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Senior Social Worker - Safeguarding Team

Hybrid | Close-Knit Team & service | Manageable Workload | A Supportive Agency | No Micro-management Senior SW - £42 negotiable rate (ask for details) We're currently working with a highly rated local authority in the South East of England, on a great opportunity for an experienced practitioner to join the Child and Family Assessment team as a Senior Social Worker. Leaders in Care are offering £42/h for this role, one of the highest in the area currently. With this council, you don’t have to worry about being bogged down with too many cases, as caseloads are split evenly across the service to ensure they are manageable, and you will be supported by a long-standing management structure to ensure a stable and stress free working environment. You'll also be joining a close-knit team thats supported by a stable, longstanding senior managment team who allow you the platform to do your best work. This ius done by allowing you to manage your own diary how you see fit, and no micro-management, only supporting when needed and trusting you to provide the best care to all children & families involved int he service. The role will involve picking up child in need cases, ongoing care proceedings, conducting assessments and making informed decisions about the most appropriate interventions to support the child and family. Although this council are happy to consider a range of experience, experience in child protection and court work would be desirable. As this is a statutory role, you do require a social work qualification & registration to Social Work England. Also, you will need to have 3 years permanent experience in an English council to be considered, in line with new government guidance.  Immediate starts are available. However not to worry, this council will wait up to 1 month for the right person. Due to our great relationship with this council, we can provide ongoing support throughout the full process, as well as being there to support you through the placement. For more information, call Chris on 07897 024978. Or email your up to date cv to Chris@leadersincare.co.uk. 

Child Protection Social Worker

Outstanding Ofsted | Stable contract lengths | A personable approach to agency | £500 referral fee    Are you an experienced social worker looking for a change, or just want to weigh up your options?   Leaders in care are currently partnered with an outstanding Ofsted rated local authority based in the South East, for an experienced Children’s social worker to join the Safeguarding service, for a very competitive rate of £42 per hour.   This council agree with us that it is super important to have a good work life balance in order to spend time with our loved ones outside of work. So this council can offer you very flexible working hours as well as a 60/40 hybrid working pattern. This allows for opportunities for 4 day working weeks by organizing your own diary and condensing your hours.   Further benefits include a manageable caseload, flexible contract lengths and the chance to earn our exclusive ‘Leaders Bonus’ to see up to £100 a week added to your wage. Due to our direct contact and overall great relationship with this council, we can provide ongoing support throughout the whole process, as well as being there to support you through your placement.   As this is a statutory role, you do require a social work qualification & registration to Social Work England.   If you’d like to hear more about this opportunity, we’d be happy to help! Please call Chris on 0161 240 7897 to discuss in more detail! Alternatively, just email your up to date cv to Chris@leadersincare.co.uk.   We also offer £500 for anyone who we successfully place from your referral.

Advanced Social Worker - Children & Families

Weekly expenses support | Flexible working encouraged | Manageable 10–15 caseload | Stable safeguarding team If you are an experienced Advanced Social Worker looking for stability, this Advanced Social Worker role offers consistent work within a well-established safeguarding team and a manageable caseload of around 10–15. You will join a service where expectations are realistic and social workers are supported to focus on meaningful safeguarding practice. As an Advanced Social Worker, you will be part of a stable team where caseloads are shared fairly and professionals are trusted to manage their work without unnecessary oversight. Flexible working is actively encouraged to help maintain a healthy balance between demanding safeguarding work and life outside of it. Package & Benefits • £40–£43 per hour. • Weekly expenses support through a loyalty bonus of £1–£3 per hour. • Manageable caseload of approximately 10–15 cases. • Flexible working arrangements encouraged. • Market-leading timesheet system designed to simplify weekly submissions. About the Company You will be joining a local authority children’s service with a long-standing safeguarding team and a collaborative working culture. The service focuses on sustainable caseloads, supportive leadership, and creating an environment where social workers can deliver consistent safeguarding outcomes. Key Responsibilities • Manage a safeguarding caseload, supporting children in need and those subject to child protection plans. • Undertake safeguarding assessments and contribute to effective child protection planning. • Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to ensure safe and timely interventions. • Contribute to team discussions and share expertise to support consistent safeguarding practice. About You • Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration. • Minimum three years’ post-qualification experience within children’s services. • Safeguarding experience within a statutory local authority setting. If you’d like to explore this opportunity, even if your CV is not fully up to date, we would be happy to speak with you. Contact nathan@leadersincare or call 07401 281738 for more information or a confidential discussion.

Calling all Wales Adults Social Workers!

Something new? | All Wales Social Workers   As an agency we hear every day from social workers how they feel undervalued in their jobs and majorly overworked. Sound about right?   We make it our priority to find a job that suits you best. What ever you are looking for, be it permanent or locum, we have vacancies for everyone where we want you to feel appreciated. This being the case we offer our locum workers an exclusive loyalty bonus on top of their hourly rate to ensure stability and happiness in your post so you can give it your best.   UK Councils everywhere are looking for social workers to help make a difference in their communities meaning what ever it is you’re looking for we have the job for you. Flexible hours? No problem, we want to better your work-life balance. Closer to home? We will go out of our way to shorten your journey time!   Leaders in Care can provide competitive rates, supported by a service that has earned 500+ 5* Google reviews. This includes weekly check-ins, support during your placement, and a market-leading timesheet & payroll system, eliminating the Friday stress of refreshing your bank to check for your money!   To be considered for this position, it's essential to hold a Social Work Qualification and maintain registration with SWE.   If you believe this opportunity aligns with your career aspirations, kindly submit your CV and availability to georgia@leadersincare.co.uk or call me at 07828 873 089. We look forward to hearing from you!   Alternatively, if you know someone who would excel in this role, please refer them! We offer a generous £500 reward for successful referrals

Social Worker | I&A Team

 Work in the Capital | Progress you Career | Flexi Working | Stable Service – Locality   Are you wanting to settle into a team where social workers aren’t coming and going leaving you to pick up the pieces? Spread across 3 locations across the City (St Mellons over in the East, Fairwater in the North and Cardiff Bay) you will find opportunities to join Cardiff’s Locality Service which covers Safeguarding and Children Looked After. In these area you will serve as Frontline support for children and young people – focusing on planning and effective intervention and engagement to provide direct support to achieve best outcomes. Cardiff take a restorative practice approach – partnering with families and multi-agency colleagues to support, tackle and address any concerns. What’s in it for you? Flexi scheme – work towards a schedule that suits you and your needsHybrid working – deliver your role with a mixture of home and office working Annual leave – starting at 28 days per year to a maximum of 33 days after 5 years and the option to buy more leave! Pension fund – build up your pension via the Local Gov Pension Scheme offering secure and flexible pension Cardiff is a great area to work in boasting great transport links, amazing culture and an Local Authority committed to best outcomes for the communities it serves. You will need a valid Social Care Wales registration and Social Work Qualification to be consider – your application will not be progressed without these mandatory documents. If you would like to know more, send your CV to leo@leadersincare.co.uk, or call 07893 947 799. If the role isn’t for you, but you know a friend or colleague looking for a change, we are offering a market-leading referral fee of £500 per placement. All you have to do is reach out!

Locality Social Worker | Court Team

Great Work/Life Balance | Supportive Management & Team  | Long Standing contracts  Are you passionate about making a difference in children's lives? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment, where your actions can directly shape a child’s future?  If so, we are currently looking for an experienced Social Worker with 3+ Years post qualification experience to join  a locality court team based in South Wales. This is a great chance to join an established and stable team combined with both short and long term manageable cases. You will be working directly with children & families to assess needs, offer guidance, and implement care plans. Furthermore, you will be providing support through complex child care proceedings, ensuring the welfare and safety of the child is at the forefront of all decisions.  Benefits:  Huge Flexibility: There is scope for a 4 day working week and condensed hours if wanted.  Variety of Experience: Work across diverse cases, expanding your skills and experience in children’s services. Quick Start: Fast-track your application and start making a difference right away, they will however wait up to 4 weeks for the right person  Manageable Caseloads: Mixed caseload which is manageable across an experienced and supportive team and a manager who used to have a stressful caseload so understands the pressures Supportive Management & Team: Experienced team around you to support and grow.  This is a good rated council who offer flexible working to help balance work and personal life. This role is a great opportunity to establish and develop your skill set by being around supportive social workers and truly making a huge difference to peoples lives. As this is a statutory role you are required to have a Social Work qualification and full registration to Social Care Wales Or if you'd like more info on how Leaders in Care can support you, call Nathan on 07401281738 or email nathan@leadersincare.co.uk