Knowsley Council is an award-winning Local Authority, named Local Authority of the Year in the Municipal Journal Awards 2024.
We are an Accredited employer under the Liverpool City Region Fair Employment Charter, demonstrating that we are committed to the principle of fair employment and we are dedicated to providing a healthy, fair, inclusive and just workplace.
Come join us and be part of our success. We’re currently recruiting for:-
Senior SEND Caseworker
Salary is £47,181 to £48,226 per annum and the closing date is 25 February 2026
In this role you will act as a Senior Caseworker within the SEND Team, providing leadership and supervision to a team of Caseworkers. This role involves working closely with children, young people, parents and carers to deliver high-quality, professional advice and support, coordinating multi-agency processes for children and young people with identified Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND).
You can read more about this role here.
SEND Caseworker x 3
Salary is £39,862 – £41,711 per annum and the closing date is 22 February 2026
The role works closely with children, young people, parents and carers to offer high quality professional advice and support, co-ordinating multi agency statutory assessments for children and young people identified as having special educational needs and/or disabilities.
You can read more about this role here.
Contract Officer
Salary is £34,434 to £36,363 per annum and the closing date is 9 March 2026
The role of a Contracts Officer within the Whole Life Commissioning Team is a varied role that supports the team with the completion of data for the team. A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail is required and strong organisational skills. A keen eye for identifying discrepancies and a proactive, resourceful approach to problem-solving.
Skills within Data Management are required to maintain and update the various databases held within the team. A high level of proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel and experience with data management tools. Working knowledge of SharePoint would be beneficial. You will be required to assist with reporting on contracting activities and compiling data for month-end financial reporting.
You can read more about this role here.
Data Protection Compliance Officer
Salary is £45,091 – £46,142 per annum and the closing date is 22 February 2026
The role will work to the Councils Deputy Data Protection Officer, supporting the Councils Statutory Data Protection Officer in ensuring that the Council meets a high level of compliance with data protection law and in embedding a culture of data protection and information security within the Council.
You can read more about this role here.
Experienced Social Worker – Accelerated Permanence Team
Salary is £42,839 – £44,075 per annum and the closing date is 18 February 2026
Are you a Qualified Social Worker? Do you want to make a difference to the lives of Children and Families through high‑quality social care practice? Do you want to use your experience and analytical skills to support improved outcomes without holding a caseload?
Then the Accelerated Permanence Team within Knowsley Children’s Services could be the place for you.
You can read more about this role here.
Senior Licensing Officer
Salary is £42,839 to £44,075 per annum and the closing date is 22 February 2026
The Licensing team is responsible for licensing premises under the Licensing Act 2003 for the sale of alcohol and entertainment, late night refreshments, and street trading, along with the licensing of Hackney Carriage and Private Hire drivers, operators and vehicles. They are also responsible for licensing premises under the Gambling Act, in addition to Street Trading, Scrap metal, Sex establishments and Marriage Venues.
If you are passionate about delivering a high-quality service in a fast-paced dynamic area of regulatory activity and have substantial knowledge and understanding of legislation in relation to the work of a Licensing Authority, we want to hear from you.
You can read more about this role here.