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Social Worker - Move to North Wales!

Experienced Children’s Social Worker | Supportive Management | Flexible Working | Competitive Rates | Weekly Pay Are you an experienced Children’s Social Worker seeking a new opportunity with a supportive, forward-thinking local authority? We’re partnering with several progressive councils across the UK who are looking to strengthen their frontline teams with passionate and skilled social workers. Whether your background is in Safeguarding, Child Protection, Assessment, or Looked After Children — this could be your next step. About the Role: Work within a dedicated children’s services team, managing a varied caseload of assessments, child protection work, and care planning. Build strong, positive relationships with children and families to achieve better long-term outcomes. Work collaboratively with partner agencies, including health, education, and police, to safeguard children effectively. Benefit from consistent supervision, clear structures, and a management team that values reflective practice and professional growth. What’s on Offer: Competitive Rates: Above-market hourly rates, paid weekly. Manageable Caseloads: Work within a local authority that prioritises quality over quantity. Hybrid Working: Flexible arrangements depending on team needs. Stability: Long-term contracts available with scope for extension or permanent transition. Professional Support: Dedicated consultant, streamlined payroll, and a simple timesheet system. Requirements: Social Work qualification and registration with Social Work England (or equivalent). Minimum 3 years’ post-qualifying experience within children’s services (Assessment, CP, CIN, LAC, or similar). Strong understanding of safeguarding legislation and multi-agency working. Commitment to improving outcomes for children and families. If you’re a committed Children’s Social Worker looking for your next opportunity in a supportive, progressive environment, we’d love to hear from you.    Call Nathan on 07401281738  Or email: nathan@leadersincare.co.uk

Senior Practitioner - Child Protection

Start ASAP| Long term contracts|  Low caseloads  | Supportive Management | High Flexibility  Not feeling fulfilled in your current locum role as we head into Spring? We’re working with a stable, supportive local authority that genuinely understands the pressures of front-line child protection and court work. They’re looking for an experienced Senior Practitioner to join their Child Protection / Court Team, offering a competitive rate of up to £42 per hour. This role is ideal for someone confident in care proceedings, care planning, permanency, and long-term safeguarding for children subject to Child Protection Plans or who are looked after. You’ll be working closely with families, legal professionals, and partner agencies to ensure timely, child-focused decisions that prioritise safety and stability. You’ll be joining a well-established team with long-standing permanent staff, meaning you’ll have strong peer support, reflective supervision, and mentoring—not just expectations to “hit the ground running.” The service values good social work practice and realistic caseloads. Remote working is strongly encouraged, with flexibility around court days and key visits, and the team is expanding to manage demand sustainably. What’s on offer: Manageable caseloads - Small but complex Flexible working options: 4-day week, condensed hours, or traditional 37-hour week Loyalty Bonus: Earn up to £150 extra weekly Supportive management and team culture Remote working strongly supported Start date flexibility: They are happy to wait up to a month for the right candidate Internal progression opportunities: Move across teams if desired Market-leading payroll system This is a fantastic opportunity to further develop your leadership and practice skills in a well-supported environment, surrounded by experienced professionals who share your commitment to improving the lives of children and young people in care. Additionally, if you know another Senior Practitioner or Social Worker who may be interested, we offer a £500 referral bonus for successful placements. To apply, please send your CV or contact Nathan directly at nathan@leadersincare.co.uk for more details. Please note: As this is a statutory role, you must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and be registered with Social Care Wales.

Independent Reviewing Officer - Channel Islands

High earning potential with 20% tax | £5,000 relocation support | Senior safeguarding influence | Island lifestyle change If you are an experienced Independent Reviewing Officer / Child Protection Chair ready for a genuine lifestyle shift, this opportunity offers senior-level impact alongside a significantly improved take-home income. With a salary of £82,000–£86,974 per annum and a lower 20% income tax rate, your earnings go further while you continue to influence safeguarding practice at a strategic level. This is a highly visible quality assurance role where your professional judgement carries weight. You will have the autonomy to challenge practice constructively, shape service improvement, and ensure children’s voices remain central to planning and review processes. Package & Benefits • Salary £82,000–£86,974 per annum. • Up to £5,000 relocation package and practical support with your move. • 16% employer pension contribution. • Assistance sourcing suitable and affordable accommodation.  • Role is also available on an agency basis  • Lower local income tax rate of 20%. About the Company You will join a stable, well-led children’s services team with an experienced senior leadership group committed to high standards and continuous improvement. The service values robust oversight, professional curiosity, and reflective practice to improve outcomes for children and young people. Key Responsibilities • Chair Child Protection Conferences and statutory reviews for looked-after children. • Monitor and scrutinise care plans to ensure statutory compliance and best practice. • Provide independent challenge to frontline practice to drive improved safeguarding outcomes. • Contribute to service-wide quality assurance and continuous improvement. About You • Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England. • Proven experience as an Independent Reviewing Officer and or Child Protection Chair. • Strong safeguarding knowledge with experience of challenging practice appropriately. If you are considering a move and want to understand the realities of relocating as an Independent Reviewing Officer / Child Protection Chair, we welcome a confidential conversation. Contact nathan@leadersincare or call 07401 281738  for more information or a confidential discussion.

Adult Locality Social Worker

Flexible role | Hybrid Option | Competitive Rate We’re recruiting for two opportunities within our Generic Adult Services team - offering flexibility depending on your availability and experience. This is a great opportunity to join a supportive service where you’ll make a real impact supporting adults above working age. Ideal for someone who enjoys fast-paced, frontline work. ? What they offer: Hybrid working (minimum 2 days in the office) Mix of long and short-term cases Commitment to Duty 1 day per week Competitive pay Supportive team environment   ? You’ll need: Social Work qualification & SWE registration Adult Social Care experience Ability to balance casework and Duty work If you're interested contact Georgia on 07828873089 or georgia@leadersincare.co.uk

Adult Locality Social Worker

We’re recruiting for two opportunities within our Generic Adult Services team - offering flexibility depending on your availability and experience. This is a great opportunity to join a supportive service where you’ll make a real impact supporting adults above working age. Ideal for someone who enjoys fast-paced, frontline work. ? What they offer:   Mainly short-term and Duty-focused work Monday-Thursday: 9am-5pm | Friday: 9am-4:30pm Competitive pay Strong management support Weekly check-ins and smooth payroll ? You’ll need:   Social Work qualification & SWE registration Adult Social Care experience Ability to balance casework and Duty work If you're interested contact Georgia on 07828873089 or georgia@leadersincare

Adult Duty Social Worker

We’re recruiting for two opportunities within our Generic Adult Services team - offering flexibility depending on your availability and experience. This is a great opportunity to join a supportive service where you’ll make a real impact supporting adults above working age. Ideal for someone who enjoys fast-paced, frontline work. ? What they offer:   Mainly short-term and Duty-focused work Monday-Thursday: 9am-5pm | Friday: 9am-4:30pm Competitive pay Strong management support Weekly check-ins and smooth payroll ? You’ll need:   Social Work qualification & SWE registration Adult Social Care experience Ability to balance casework and Duty work If you're interested contact Georgia on 07828873089 or georgia@leadersincare

Independent Reviewing Officer - Channel Islands

IRO / CP Chair | Lifestyle Move | Increased Take Home Pay | Supportive Senior management  | 5K relocation   IRO / CP Chair - £80,000 - £86,974.41   Are you an experienced IRO / CP chair who is looking for an exciting relocation, perhaps the beautiful Channel Islands?   We are looking for an Independent Reviewing Officer / CP Chair to join a children’s services team on the Channel Islands. If you are unfamiliar with the channel islands, they are the gem of the British Isles, getting all the best of the British weather, whilst further benefiting from their local tax rate of just 20%.   As an IRO you will be assuring the quality of performance and service by reviewing and planning systems for the safeguarding of the children and young people of the isles; scrutinising and analysing the work of social workers on the islands looked after children’s service is part and parcel of the role – where needs be you will be challenging practice and consulting with them to make improvements.   Due to the supervisory responsibilities of the role you will be expected to be on the island from Monday-Friday, but the council does help source, and provide cheaper accommodation for those within the service. It also has its own tax legislation, meaning the role falls outside IR35, meaning more takehome pay!   This role pays a great salary of upto £86,974.41, along with a service that has received over 700 5* Google reviews – this means weekly check ins, support on your placement, and a market leading timesheet & payroll system that means Fridays are no longer a stress of refreshing your bank to see if your money is coming!   Further benefits:  Up to 5k relocation fee & support with the move  Constant support from us throughout the process  Beautiful location by the sea, relaxed pace of life making for a great lifestyle move  16% Pension Supportive and longstanding senior management    As this is a statutory role, you do require a social work qualification & registration to Social Work England.   If you want to know more, please apply, or email Chris on Chris@leadersincare.co.uk for more details (or call on 07897024978).

Adults Access/Front Door Social Worker

Fast-Paced Environment | Top Rates for the Area | Hybrid Working   Are you wanting a fast paced job that keeps your brain occupied and your days go quicker?   Enjoy the flexibility of working hours that help you achieve a better work-life balance, contributing to a healthier lifestyle and improved mental well-being. This setup gives you more time for personal activities and reduces the stress of long commutes and rigid schedules.   This local authority is well-known for retaining its agency staff, providing a more stable environment compared to other councils. With our minimum 6-month contracts, you can work with confidence, knowing you won’t have to worry about contract extensions or early terminations—as long as you're meeting expectations.   Join a team where your contributions are truly valued, in a supportive culture that fosters both personal and professional growth. You'll have plenty of opportunities to expand your skills and knowledge, helping you advance in your career.   Your Role:   Conduct assessments to identify client needs and challenges. Provide immediate support, guidance, and solutions to address social issues. Collaborate closely with clients to create a cooperative, problem-solving approach. Coordinate with external agencies and professionals to provide a comprehensive response to community needs. Use your strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and commitment to community well-being to make a real difference. Enhance the well-being of individuals and communities through effective interventions.   Leaders in Care offer competitive rates, backed by a service that has earned over 500 five-star Google reviews. We provide weekly check-ins, support during your placement, and a market-leading timesheet and payroll system, so you won’t need to stress about when your pay will clear.   What We Need:   To be considered, you must hold a Social Work Qualification and be registered with SWE.   If this opportunity fits your career goals, please send your CV and availability to georgia@leadersincare.co.uk or call 07828 873 089. We’d love to hear from you!   If you know someone who would excel in this role, please refer them to us! We offer a £500 reward for successful referrals