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Adults MASH Social Worker

Adult MASH Social Worker | Locum Opportunity | Hybrid Working | Excellent Rates   Ready for a locum role where your safeguarding expertise can make an immediate difference?   We’re recruiting an experienced Adult MASH Social Worker to join a fast-paced, multi-agency team supporting vulnerable adults through effective risk management, timely decision-making, and partnership working.   This role offers the flexibility of hybrid working, with office attendance required for up to 3 days per week, helping you achieve a better work-life balance while remaining connected to a supportive service.   At Leaders In Care, we value the vital work Social Workers do. Alongside a competitive hourly rate, you’ll receive an exclusive Loyalty Bonus as recognition for your dedication within Adult Social Care.   The Role Includes:   Screening and responding to adult safeguarding referrals Making proportionate threshold decisions in line with the Care Act 2014 and safeguarding guidance Working collaboratively with police, health professionals, housing teams, and partner agencies Completing risk assessments and identifying appropriate safeguarding interventions Maintaining accurate records and ensuring high standards of practice Supporting timely access to the right services for adults at risk   What We’re Looking For:    ? Qualified Social Worker  ? Active Social Work England (SWE) registration  ? Experience in Adult Safeguarding, MASH, Front Door, or Duty teams  ? Strong understanding of safeguarding processes, risk assessment, and the Care Act 2014  ? Confident communication and sound professional judgement   With competitive rates, dedicated consultant support, weekly check-ins, and a reliable payroll system, Leaders In Care provides the support you need throughout your placement.   Interested?   Send your CV and availability to georgia@leadersincare.co.uk or call 0121 651 1629.   Know someone who could be a great fit? Refer them and receive £500 if they’re successfully placed.

Social Worker | Safeguarding

 FLEXIBLE Working | Long Contracts into 2026 Beat the new year rush and settle into this flexible Child protection team in Greater Manchester! Want to work with an authority that grants you freedom and flexibility?  Leaders in Care are working with a council located in the Greater Manchester area, we're in search of  an experienced social worker to join the Child Protection team, for a competitive pay rate of £40 per hour - quick starts available and independent working / managing your diary is encouraged - as well as the new norm of flexible WFH arrangements.   Benefits of this role include a manageable caseload, so you can give each case the time it needs to provide the best service to children and families concerned. This council have also incorporated a flexible working schedule, which allows you to condense you’re hours into 4 days, so you can have a 3 day weekend! As this is a statutory role, you do require a social work qualification & registration to Social Work England. At Leaders in Care, we pride ourselves on matching social workers with their desired roles in long term, secure contracts If you’re an experienced social worker looking for a new challenge or completely new to agency social work and want to understand how it works, we’ve got you covered. If you’re interested in this role or any of our other vacancies, please don’t hesitate to give Tommy@leadersincare.co.uk or you can send any questions or queries over by email to tommy@leadersincare.co.uk. We also offer a competitive referral scheme, offering £500 for anyone we successfully place from your referral.

Social Worker | Assessment Team

  FLEXIBLE Working | Long Contracts  Want to work with an authority that grants you freedom and flexibility?  Leaders in Care are working with a council located in the Greater Manchester area, we're in search of  an experienced social worker to join the Duty & Assessment team, for a competitive pay rate of £40 per hour - quick starts available and independent working / managing your diary is encouraged - as well as the new norm of flexible WFH arrangements.   Benefits of this role include a manageable caseload, so you can give each case the time it needs to provide the best service to children and families concerned. This council have also incorporated a flexible working schedule, which allows you to condense you’re hours into 4 days, so you can have a 3 day weekend! As this is a statutory role, you do require a social work qualification & registration to Social Work England. At Leaders in Care, we pride ourselves on matching social workers with their desired roles in long term, secure contracts If you’re an experienced social worker looking for a new challenge or completely new to agency social work and want to understand how it works, we’ve got you covered. If you’re interested in this role or any of our other vacancies, please don’t hesitate to give Leo a call on 0161 249 8195. Or you can send any questions or queries over by email to Leo@leadersincare.co.uk. We also offer a competitive referral scheme, offering £500 for anyone we successfully place from your referral.

Social Worker | Children with Disabilities

Flexible Working | Working from home encouraged | Supportive Management | 6 month rolling contract If you enjoy direct work with children this role is ideal for you! Over in Merseyside there's a team that covers and supports Care Experienced Children - a team dedicated to best outcomes for children within care whether that's residential or within care settings.   You will be working with children who are in a long term care arrangements, managing care proceedings following the first hearing, meaning you will need experience of doing a variety of court work, including writing statements and plans and progress reunification plans, adoption etc So what are the benefits for you? We understand the importance of work-life balance therefore alongside dealing with complex cases, working from home is encouraged, you will be working with a fast paced team however these authorities allow you to work around a personal schedule! Alongside this you will be getting a quality of service with Leaders in Care offering weekly check ins to make sure the role is exactly what is offered to you, even check google to show that we offer a 5* service.  If this role interests you, please get in contact with Leo, send your CV to leo@leadersincare.co.uk , or call on 07893 947799  If the role is not for you, but perhaps a friend or colleague looking for a change, we are offering market leading referral fee of £500 per placement - all you have to do is reach out! As this is a statutory role, you do require a social work qualification & registration to Social Work England.

Social Worker - Child Protection

Stable Long-Term Contract | Strong Management Support | High Referral Bonus | Flexible Working | Court Work We are currently working with a large, well-established local authority in the North West that is looking to strengthen its Child Protection team. This authority is committed to delivering high-quality services and has built a reputation for strong leadership, a collaborative culture, and investing in its workforce. This is a great opportunity for experienced Social Workers who want to be part of a fast-paced but well-supported Child Protection service that places the safety and welfare of children at the heart of practice. You will manage a caseload of complex child protection cases, complete assessments, attend case conferences, and work closely with multi-agency partners. Key Benefits: Strong and visible management team providing consistent support Ongoing training and professional development opportunities Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance Long-term contracts (12+ months) for security and consistency Competitive rates of pay reflective of experience £500 referral bonus if you recommend a suitable colleague Access to future roles before they go to market Regular contact from Leaders in Care to ensure well-being and support A structured, high-performing service with clear processes About You: Qualified Social Worker Fully registered with Social Work England Recent frontline experience in Child Protection Confident managing complex cases, assessments, and legal proceedings Strong understanding of statutory frameworks and safeguarding practice If you’re an experienced Child Protection Social Worker ready to make an impact in a high-performing North West authority, we’d love to hear from you. For a confidential chat or more information, contact Nathan: Call: 07401 281738 Email: nathan@leadersincare.co.uk Stable Long-Term Contract | Strong Management Support | High Referral Bonus | Flexible Working | Court Work We are currently working with a large, well-established local authority in the North West that is looking to strengthen its Child Protection team. This authority is committed to delivering high-quality services and has built a reputation for strong leadership, a collaborative culture, and investing in its workforce. This is a great opportunity for experienced Social Workers who want to be part of a fast-paced but well-supported Child Protection service that places the safety and welfare of children at the heart of practice. You will manage a caseload of complex child protection cases, complete assessments, attend case conferences, and work closely with multi-agency partners. Key Benefits: Strong and visible management team providing consistent support Ongoing training and professional development opportunities Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance Long-term contracts (12+ months) for security and consistency Competitive rates of pay reflective of experience £500 referral bonus if you recommend a suitable colleague Access to future roles before they go to market Regular contact from Leaders in Care to ensure well-being and support A structured, high-performing service with clear processes About You: Qualified Social Worker Fully registered with Social Work England Recent frontline experience in Child Protection Confident managing complex cases, assessments, and legal proceedings Strong understanding of statutory frameworks and safeguarding practice If you’re an experienced Child Protection Social Worker ready to make an impact in a high-performing North West authority, we’d love to hear from you. For a confidential chat or more information, contact Leo: Call: 07893 947799 Email: leo@leadersincare.co.uk