We are looking to recruit a motivated and experienced Social Worker into our busy but exciting borough-wide Moving Forward to Adulthood (MFTA) team

You will be part of Adult Social Care, working with young people approaching adulthood with a wide range of care needs to deliver high-quality, strengths-based assessments, care planning, and reviews that promote independence, wellbeing, and positive outcomes.

The closing date for this vacancy is Sunday 19^th July 2026 (or earlier in the event of high volume of applications being received).

Provisional interview dates are 28^th and 29^th July 2026

About the team

Both posts sit within Sefton’s Adult Social Care Service and will work towards excellent standards and improving outcomes, experience, and consistency of practice.

You’ll be fully supported by a dedicated Lead practitioner and Team Manager, Transition Co-ordinators, Service Manager, and a passionate and inclusive leadership team who are invested in your success and professional development.

What does the role look like day to day?

In your role as a Social Worker within Moving Forward to Adulthood team you will work directly with individuals, families, carers, and partner agencies to deliver high-quality, person-centred support in line with the Care Act and associated legislation.

Day to day, you will:

• Undertake strengths-based Care Act assessments, reviews, and support planning, ensuring individuals’ outcomes, independence, and wellbeing are at the centre of all interventions.
• Manage a varied caseload, including complex cases, safeguarding concerns, and court work as young people approach changes in their lives such as becoming an adult and leaving school or college.
• Work in partnership with health colleagues and other professionals including Children’s services colleagues, contributing to integrated approaches and multi-disciplinary working to achieve the best outcomes.
• Support individuals and families to navigate services, including systems such as Continuing Healthcare (CHC), Section 117 arrangements and joint funding processes where required.
• Apply the Mental Capacity Act (MCA) in practice, including capacity assessments, best interests’ decision-making, and promoting least restrictive options.
• Contribute to risk management and safeguarding processes, ensuring proportionate, defensible decision-making.
• Participate in team discussions, supervision, and service development, sharing knowledge and supporting colleagues to maintain high standards of practice.

What we are looking For

We are looking for a motivated and experienced Social Worker who brings compassion, professionalism, and creativity to their work. You will have a strong understanding of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and other associated legislation, and funding processes, and be confident in making informed decisions within a supportive team environment.

You will play an important role in supporting practice development and contributing to a positive team culture, with opportunities to influence how services are shaped and delivered to meet the needs of the people we support.

• A Social Work degree or equivalent qualification
• Registration with Social Work England
• Experience in Adult Social Care
• Strong knowledge of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and related legislation
• Confidence in managing complex, person-centred decisions
• A passion for supporting young people and families as they navigate change in their lives
• A commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusive practice
• Excellent partnership working skills with health and community stakeholders
• A passion for continuous learning and professional development

What does CQC say about Sefton?

Sefton’s Adult Social Care Service has been rated as GOOD by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in their January 2025 inspection, an achievement we are immensely proud of. Come and join us on our journey to provide an outstanding service! 

“Staff and managers reported feeling valued, motivated, and community-focused, promoting the vision for adult social care: for people in Sefton to live as independently as possible for as long as possible.”​

“Staff felt safe to challenge ideas and were encouraged to be creative. ​ Leaders held drop-in sessions and were responsive to staff feedback. “

Why Sefton?

Sefton has vision – we are committed to protecting the most vulnerable, we are building confident and resilient communities and work with internal and external teams to make sure we procure the right core services for those who need them. We understand how is required to lead, we put people at the heart of what we do and we innovate!

At Sefton Council, we’re proud to be an inclusive, forward-thinking local authority. We value collaboration, innovation, and personal development. Our teams are united by a shared goal: to make Sefton a great place to live, work, and thrive. Come and be part of our journey to outstanding!! Want to know more about Why Sefton? Check out our Why Sefton webpages.

What we can offer you

  28 days annual leave (rising to 33 after 5 years), plus 8 bank holidays​

 A warm, welcoming, and supportive team environment

Enhanced sick pay, maternity/adoption leave, and maternity support leave​

Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme​

Tailored career development and training opportunities​

Agile and flexible working arrangements​

Discounted Active Sefton gym membership​

Cycle to Work scheme​

Relocation support (if eligible)​

Equal Opportunities

Sefton Council strives to ensure that our workforce is inclusive and representative of our communities. A diverse workforce is important to us, our staff bring with them a wide range of experiences, views, ideas, and innovations, and we are committed to providing an environment that recognises, respects, and values everybody’s identity, where individual differences are strengths and where everyone can thrive and maximise their potential. We are always open to learning and growing as an organisation, and we welcome new ideas and initiatives that promote equality, diversity and inclusion.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer; all candidates will receive equal treatment. Our decision to appoint will be based upon whether an individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities make them the most suitable candidate for the role.

GUARANTEED INTERVIEW SCHEME

Please note that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for these jobs (as given in the Person Specification) and who want to apply under the Disability Confident Scheme will be invited to interview.

If you are currently in care or have previously been in care, we provide a guaranteed interview scheme for care experienced people if you meet the essential requirements for the role.

If you’re an unemployed Sefton resident, register with our Sefton@Work service for free support to help you into employment.  You may be eligible for extra assistance such as funding for travel, work clothing, or vouchers to make starting your new job easier.  Call Sefton@Work on 0151 934 2610 or visit seftonatwork.net to find out more and get started today!