Advanced Practitioner – Unaccompanied Asylum‑Seeking Children

About the role

We are seeking a qualified Social Worker to join our Unaccompanied Asylum‑Seeking Children (UASC) service in Liverpool as an Advanced Practitioner. You will work closely with the Team Manager and a dedicated social work team to deliver high‑quality support to vulnerable young people.

Key responsibilities

• Support the Team Manager in decision‑making, chairing meetings and coordinating with housing, health and education partners.
• Lead recruitment, training and supervision of team members, ensuring their professional development.
• Advocate for stable placements and long‑term positive outcomes for children within the care system.
• Conduct UASC and age assessments and ensure compliance with legal frameworks.

Required profile

• Qualified Social Work degree or diploma with registration in England.
• Proven experience as a Senior Practitioner working with Looked‑After Children or Children in Care.
• Strong knowledge of legal frameworks and care pathways for UASC.
• Confident multi‑agency collaboration and advocacy skills.

Required skills

What we offer

• Hybrid working model after an initial 3‑4 week on‑site training.
• Free on‑site parking and a dedicated consultant as a single point of contact.
• Access to CPD and e‑learning resources.
• Competitive hourly rate (£38‑£39) paid weekly.
• Referral bonus of up to £300.