Apprentice Social Worker

Liverpool City Council

Apprenticeship summary

Ready to make a difference? We’re looking for the next generation of Children’s Social Workers. With 3 apprenticeship opportunities available, this is your chance to start a rewarding career supporting children and families.

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Closing date: September 17, 2026

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Wage:
£26,427 a year
Total hours per week:
35
Expected duration (weeks):
156
Positions (available):
3
Date posted:
September 3, 2026
Possible start date:
November 9, 2026
Apprenticeship level:

Degree

  • Provide practical support to children, young people and their families or carers as requested
  • Listen to, hear, observe and record the daily lived experiences of children, young people and their families, making sure that this is central to their assessments and plans
  • Arrange appointments, meetings and visits for the social worker in line with the child’s, young persons, or carers plan
  • Undertake administrative tasks as required e.g., obtaining details for DBS checks, passport applications
  • Transport children, parents, other family members or carers to appointments, family time sessions and other activities
  • Assist in the arrangements for team days and service events
  • Observe and record contact sessions when required
  • Maintain accurate records ensuring that up-to-date and relevant information on the child’s/carer’s casefile
  • Undertake tasks outside of the City Council’s boundary in relation to children placed or carers resident out of area e.g., tasks as listed above
  • Prepare for and attend supervision, team meetings and performance and development reviews
  • Attend relevant training and development opportunities as identified by your line manager
  • Undertake the training and development to become a qualified Social Worker
  • A permanent position following the apprenticeship (depending on funding)

Employer

Liverpool City Council

The city of Liverpool is world-famous for its cultural offer, and our greatest asset is our people. Our residents deserve the very best from those who serve them and have a council they can be proud of - and you can help play a part in this. We value our employees and aim to create a positive, progressive, and open work culture that supports everyone to thrive.

Training

Training Provider:

UNIVERSITY OF LANCASHIRE

Apprenticeship standard:

Social worker (integrated degree) (level 6)