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Experienced Social Workers | Children's Services

Children's Services | Multiple opportunities | Long-term contracts | Good/outstanding councils    Is work becoming a chore? Are you tired of the same old? Are you looking for a better pay rate? If you answered yes to any of these questions, it may be time for a change.   At Leaders in Care, we are currently looking for experienced children’s social workers to join a number of teams in the South, including Duty and Assessment, Child Protection, Looked After Children, CwD, Safeguarding and MASH. These roles offer great payrates of up to £42 per hour.   At Leaders in Care, we opt for a different approach to other agencies. We have direct contact with councils which means we can give you real insight into how local authorities operate, to align them with your wants and needs so that we can find the best role for you. Our direct contact with authorities also allows us to give you real flexibility when it comes to working hours, with multiple opportunities to plan your own schedule to fit around your busy lifestyle, giving you that all important work life balance. You’ll also get the chance to receive our exclusive Leaders bonus which can see your weekly pay increased by up to £100.   It’s never been a better time to join us here at Leaders in Care. Whether you’re new to agency social work and want to understand how it all works, or an experienced agency social worker looking for your next role, we’re here to help.   As this is a statutory role, you do require a social work qualification & registration to Social Work England.   If you’d like some more information on how we can help, please call Chris on 0161 240 7897. Or email your up to date cv to Chris@leadersincare.co.uk. We also offer £500 for any one we place that’s been referred by you.

Senior Social Worker - Locality

Manageable caseloads | Flexible hybrid working | Long-term safeguarding focus | Strong professional support Focused safeguarding work in Merseyside where quality matters more than volume. The Safeguarding Social Worker role gives you the space to build meaningful relationships with families while avoiding overwhelming caseloads. This opportunity suits an experienced Social Worker, Child Protection Social Worker or Safeguarding Practitioner looking for balance and stability. With the Safeguarding Social Worker position, you will have autonomy in how you manage your day-to-day work while being supported by a collaborative team. The structure allows you to focus on long-term outcomes, not just short-term demand, alongside genuine flexibility and ongoing development. Package & Benefits • £40 per hour • Flexible working with office attendance based on your preference. • Minimum 6-month contract. • Access to wellbeing and support services. • Ongoing training and professional development. About the Company This service provides high-quality safeguarding support to children and families across Merseyside. Teams are structured to ensure manageable caseloads and consistent practice standards. There is a strong emphasis on collaboration, reflective practice and supporting practitioners to deliver meaningful long-term impact. Key Responsibilities • Manage a caseload of Child in Need and Child Protection cases as a Safeguarding Social Worker. • Deliver long-term family support focused on improving outcomes and stability. • Work closely with multi-agency partners to safeguard children effectively. • Contribute to assessments and care planning with a focus on proportionate intervention. About You • Qualified Social Worker with experience in safeguarding or child protection teams. • Registered with Social Work England. • Proven experience working in long-term statutory children’s services. If you are an experienced Safeguarding Social Worker, Social Worker or Child Protection Social Worker exploring your next move, support is available to help you find the right fit. Even if your CV is not fully up to date, conversations can start from where you are now. Contact leo@leadersincare.co.uk or 07839 947799 for more information or a confidential discussion.

Social Workers in the Northwest Required!

Calling all social workers in the North West!  Tired of being thrown into a contract with little or no support? Is it you bringing jobs to your agency with nothing in return? Here at Leaders in Care we work differently to any other agency, and we endeavour to support and supplement our social workers in contracts wherever possible! Across the Northwest, Leaders in Care have access to several roles in several different authorities, where you can take advantage of our exclusive rates and loyalty bonus. Leaders in Care won’t submit your CV and forget about you, we have one to one conversations with decision makers to ensure the role is just a good fit for you as you are for them – meaning flexibility is negotiated off the bat with 6 months contracts offered, condensed working weeks available or even part time hours and job shares available to work around your needs! Dedicated, experienced Consultant Access to the best Jobs and working patterns Continued supported in Contracts If you are a social worker based in the Northwest there is no better time to get in touch and connect with us, we’re keen to reach out to as many social workers in the area as possible to share what we can do for you in your next role and the support we offer therein! If you would like to know more, send your CV to leo@leadersincare.co.uk , or call on 0161 249 8195 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 | Cared for Children's Team

Flexible Working | Working from home encouraged | Loyalty Bonus | 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 0161 249 8195!  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!3 As this is a statutory role, you do require a social work qualification & registration to Social Work England.

Social Worker | Young Persons Team (14+)

Flexible Working | Working from home encouraged | Loyalty Bonus | 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 0161 249 8195!  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!3 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 Nathan: Call: 07893 947799 Email: leo@leadersincare.co.uk

Social Worker | Children with Disabilities

Flexible Working | Working from home encouraged | Loyalty Bonus | 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 0161 249 8195!  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!3 As this is a statutory role, you do require a social work qualification & registration to Social Work England.

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.