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Childrens Social Worker - Safeguarding

Safeguarding Social Worker – South Coast £42 per Hour + £150 Weekly Accommodation Bonus Flexible Hybrid Working | Low Caseloads | 6-Month Minimum Contract Are you an experienced Safeguarding Social Worker looking for a role with manageable caseloads, flexible working arrangements, and strong management support? We're currently working with a well-regarded South Coast local authority that is actively recruiting experienced Social Workers into its Safeguarding Service. The authority is committed to keeping caseloads as low as possible, allowing practitioners to focus on achieving positive outcomes for children and families. This is an excellent opportunity for social workers seeking a better work-life balance while continuing to develop professionally within a supportive team environment. The Role You will be responsible for safeguarding children and supporting families through: Child in Need (CIN) work Child Protection (CP) planning and intervention Long-term safeguarding and support Multi-agency partnership working Assessments and care planning Court work is minimal, allowing you to focus on direct practice and relationship-based social work. What's on Offer? £42 per hour £150 weekly accommodation bonus Flexible hybrid working Choose your office days Low and manageable caseloads Minimum 6-month contract Access to high-quality training and development Supportive management team Wellbeing and employee support services Easily commutable South Coast location Loyalty bonus available (contact for details) Why Apply? With increasing pressures across children's services, opportunities offering genuine flexibility, lower caseloads, and strong support are becoming increasingly difficult to find. We work directly with hiring managers, allowing us to match social workers with roles that fit their preferred working style, experience, and career goals. Whether you're looking for better support, greater flexibility, or a fresh challenge, we'd be happy to discuss how this opportunity could work for you. Referral Bonus Know another Social Worker looking for their next contract? Receive £500 for every successful referral that we place. Requirements Qualified Social Worker Current Social Work England registration Previous experience within statutory children's safeguarding services For a confidential discussion about this role, or to hear about other opportunities available nationwide, contact Nathan today: ? 07401 281738 ? nathan@leadersincare.co.uk

Social Worker - Channel Islands

20% Tax | Relocation Package | Variety of teams | Slower Pace of Life We are working with team in the Channel islands, getting ahead of the curve for when they are releasing new opportunities in chosen teams. Dreaming of a slower-paced life on a picturesque island? Our client is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their dedicated teams in the Channel Islands. With stunning scenery and supportive management, this is a unique opportunity to make a real difference in children's services while enjoying a beautiful and tranquil setting. Imagine living in a place with a 20% tax rate and a slower pace of life. Our client offers a £60,000+ salary and a £3,000 relocation package to help you settle into your new home. With supportive management and a strong team spirit, you'll find a welcoming community both at work and beyond. Our client is committed to transforming children's services in the Channel Islands. They are undergoing strategic changes to improve their services, with a focus on supporting families and children. The company values a supportive work environment and encourages social activities to help new team members feel at home.   As a Social Worker, you will:   Work across various teams including Safeguarding, Assessments, Children with Complex Needs, and Fostering. Be part of a new non-case holding specialist edge of care team. Contribute to strategic changes aimed at improving children's services. Collaborate with supportive colleagues who have also relocated to the islands. Manage a reasonable caseload with the backing of a dedicated management team.   Package and Benefits:   The Social Worker role offers an attractive package, including:   Annual salary of £60,000+ for a Social Worker and £68,000 for an Advanced Social Worker £3,000 relocation package 20% tax rate Retention bonus Support with accommodation and moving Manageable caseloads Supportive management and team environment   The ideal Social Worker candidate will have:   A Social Work qualification Full registration with Social Work England (SWE) Experience in safeguarding, assessments, or working with children with complex needs A proactive approach to improving children's services Strong collaboration and communication skills   If you're ready for a change and want to make a significant impact on children's services while enjoying the beauty and tranquillity of the Channel Islands, this Social Worker role is for you. Take the next step in your career and explore this exciting opportunity today!   Please apply via the link or email your CV to nathan@leadersincare.co.uk for an initial chat 

Social Worker - Fostering

Stable long-term contract | Manageable fostering caseload | Supportive leadership and reflective practice | Hybrid working If you are an experienced Fostering Social Worker looking for stability, professional respect, and the time to practise well, this role offers a long-term contract within a supportive local authority fostering service in South East Wales. You will work with a balanced caseload and a leadership team that prioritises quality, permanence, and outcomes for children. This is a service where fostering social work is valued properly. You will have the autonomy to build strong relationships with foster carers, alongside clear processes, regular supervision, and a genuinely child-focused, relationship-based approach to practice. Package & Benefits • Competitive pay rate of £38 per hour. • Long-term contract of 6 months or more, offering continuity and security. • Hybrid working options to support work–life balance. • Manageable caseload designed to allow time for quality practice. • Regular reflective supervision and supportive management. • Ongoing access to future contract opportunities through Leaders in Care. • Dedicated agency support, including regular well-being check-ins. About the Company You will be joining a progressive local authority fostering service known for strong leadership, clear decision-making, and a commitment to stable placements and positive outcomes for children. The service is well-resourced and values reflective, ethical social work practice. Key Responsibilities • Assess, supervise, and support foster carers to ensure safe and stable placements. • Contribute to care planning, permanence planning, and safeguarding processes. • Work collaboratively with children, carers, and partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes. • Maintain high-quality, timely recording in line with statutory and local requirements. About You • Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Care Wales. • Experience within Fostering, Children’s Services, or a relevant statutory social work setting. • Strong working knowledge of safeguarding, care planning, and Welsh legislation. If this role sounds aligned with how you want to practice, we would welcome a conversation. You do not need a perfect CV to start that discussion. Contact Leaders in Care for more information or a confidential discussion.

Adult Services/Locality Social Worker

Flexible/Hybrid Working | Competitive Rate | Compressed Hours Possible Are you looking looking for a role with some flexibility to work from home whilst still delivering outstanding care? Enjoy the benefits of a hybrid working model that allows you to work from home 3 days a week. This council promotes a healthy work-life balance by aligning employee preferences with management expectations. Need time off? The management team is proactive in helping you manage your workload, ensuring you're fully supported. You'll be part of a team committed to your ongoing professional development, offering expert guidance and access to valuable resources that support your growth in the role. As recognition for your dedication on the frontline, you’ll also qualify for our Exclusive Loyalty Bonus - because at Leaders in Care, we truly value and reward the efforts of our social workers. In this role, you’ll assess adults’ needs to determine their eligibility for care and support services. Your work will empower individuals to remain independent while providing clear information, advice, and referrals to alternative services where appropriate. Why choose Leaders in Care? We offer competitive pay rates backed by our outstanding reputation - just check out our 600+ 5-star Google reviews. You'll receive weekly check-ins, ongoing support throughout your placement, and access to our top-rated timesheet and payroll system. Fridays will no longer be a day of chasing payments - your money will be where it should be. To be considered, you must hold a recognised Social Work Qualification and be registered with Social Work England (SWE). Interested in taking the next step in your career? Please send your CV and availability to georgia@leadersincare.co.uk or give us a call on 0121 651 1629 - we’d love to hear from you! Know someone perfect for the role? Refer them today and earn a generous £500 referral bonus if they're successfully placed.

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.