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Social Worker - Safeguarding

Maybe you’re currently based elsewhere in the UK and looking for a new opportunity in North West London, where you can benefit from strong professional support, manageable caseloads, and excellent career development opportunities while working in a diverse and vibrant community. We’re partnering with a forward-thinking local authority in North West London that is committed to strengthening its Safeguarding Teams. Whether you're an experienced practitioner or looking to take the next step in your career, these roles offer an excellent opportunity to grow within a supportive and progressive environment. What You Can Expect: Manageable Caseloads: Focus on delivering high-quality practice without feeling overwhelmed. Career Growth: Gain exposure to different ways of working and enhance your professional development within a well-established service. North West London Location: Work within a diverse borough offering excellent transport links, amenities, and opportunities both professionally and personally. Flexible Working Arrangements: Hybrid working options and the freedom to effectively manage your own diary. Collaborative Teams: Join motivated social workers and supportive managers who empower you to thrive without unnecessary micromanagement. Why Work with Leaders in Care? Weekly check-ins with your dedicated consultant. A service backed by over 600 5-star Google reviews, reflecting our commitment to excellence. Exclusive loyalty bonuses, including a £500 refer-a-friend bonus. Seamless payroll and timesheet systems – making Fridays stress-free. Access to some of the best pay rates available in the market. Stable and supportive teams that understand the realities and challenges of social work. In summary, if you are a Social Worker looking for your next opportunity in North West London, please get in touch so we can discuss roles that suit your experience and career goals. Furthermore, if there is anything else you need support with, please don't hesitate to reach out. As this is a statutory role, you are required to hold a recognised Social Work qualification and maintain full registration with Social Work England (SWE). For more information on available opportunities or how Leaders in Care can support your job search, call Nathan on 07401 281738 or email nathan@leadersincare.co.uk.

Advanced Social Worker - Child Protection

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.

Social Worker - Duty & Assessment

Flexible working culture | Low caseloads | Supportive leadership | Autonomy encouraged | Fast Paced work A rare opportunity for a Duty & Assessment Social Worker to work in a genuinely flexible environment where your time, judgement, and expertise are trusted. With hybrid working and reduced office expectations, this role is built around helping you deliver meaningful outcomes without unnecessary pressure. As a Duty & Assessment Social Worker, you will focus on high-impact frontline work, supported by experienced managers and long-standing staff. This is an ideal position for an Assessment Social Worker or Duty Social Worker seeking balance, autonomy, and consistent contract stability. Package & Benefits • Up to £38.43 per hour. • 6-month rolling contract for long-term stability. • Hybrid working with only 1 to 2 days in county • Condensed hours and flexible working patterns available. • Loyalty bonus available. About the Company You will be joining a progressive local authority with a strong reputation for supporting its workforce. The service promotes manageable caseloads, values professional autonomy, and is led by a stable, experienced management team focused on delivering high-quality outcomes for children and families. Key Responsibilities • Complete holistic assessments for children and families following new referrals. • Lead safeguarding enquiries including Section 47 investigations where risk is identified. • Identify and coordinate appropriate services for children with complex needs and disabilities. • Act as the first point of contact within duty, ensuring timely and effective decision making. About You • Qualified Social Worker with Social Care Wales registration. • Experience within duty, assessment, or frontline children’s services. • Proven experience undertaking safeguarding and Section 47 enquiries. If you are a Duty & Assessment Social Worker looking for flexibility, stability, and a supportive team environment, this role offers the balance many roles promise but rarely deliver. Even if your CV is not fully up to date, we would still welcome a conversation. If you're interested in this opportunity or want to explore how Leaders in Care can support you, contact Nathan at 07401281738 or email nathan@leadersincare.co.uk today!

Senior Social Worker - Children With Disabilities

Hybrid working | Specialist service | Career progression | Supportive team environment Make a real impact as a Senior Social Worker within a dedicated Children with Disabilities service, where your experience will directly shape outcomes for vulnerable children and families. This Senior Social Worker role offers the opportunity to develop specialist knowledge while still building on core safeguarding experience such as Child Protection and Court work. You will benefit from a balanced approach to flexible working, with time in the office supporting collaboration and time at home for focused work. This is a strong opportunity for an experienced Social Worker or Child Protection Social Worker ready to step into a more senior position. Package & Benefits • £49,056 to £55,323 per annum plus £3,000 retention and recruitment bonus. • Hybrid working with 3 days office based. • Free on-site parking. • Permanent contract offering long-term stability and development. About the Company This service is committed to delivering high-quality support to children and families, with a strong focus on inclusive practice and safeguarding. You will join a team that values collaboration, professional curiosity, and continuous improvement within children’s social care. Key Responsibilities • Manage a complex caseload across Children in Need, Child Protection, and Children Looked After. • Undertake assessments and care planning for children with disabilities and their families. • Contribute to court proceedings and provide high-quality reports when required. • Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to ensure safe and effective outcomes. About You • Qualified Social Worker with experience in Child Protection, Children in Need, or Court work. • Previous experience working as a Social Worker within statutory children’s services. • Registration with Social Work England. If you are an experienced Senior Social Worker or ready to take the next step from an Experienced Social Worker role, this position offers the chance to specialise while maintaining a varied and rewarding caseload. Even if your CV is not fully up to date, we would still like to hear from you. Contact Leaders in Care for more information or a confidential discussion.

Interim Head of Service - Improvement

Outside IR35 | 12 month contract | Meaningful impact | Service transformation | Collaborative leadership | Child-centred improvement This Interim Head of Service: Improvement opportunity offers the chance to lead meaningful change across Children's Social Care and help shape services that improve outcomes for children, young people, and families. If you are an experienced Head of Service, senior social work leader, or Children's Services improvement specialist, this role offers genuine influence at a strategic level. As an Interim Head of Service: Improvement, you will work closely with senior leaders, practitioners, partners, and government colleagues to drive sustainable improvement. You'll have the autonomy to lead transformation programmes, service redesign, and practice development within a supportive and ambitious environment Package & Benefits: • £500 per day. • Outside IR35. • 12-month interim agency contract. • Accommodation available at candidate cost. About the Company This organisation is committed to delivering high-quality services for children, young people, and families. With a strong focus on improvement, innovation, and partnership working, they are creating a culture where excellent practice and positive outcomes are at the centre of everything they do. Key Responsibilities • Lead and deliver improvement programmes, action plans, and performance frameworks across Children's Social Care. • Drive service reviews, redesign initiatives, and the implementation of new services and pathways. • Work collaboratively with partners across Education, Health, Police, and the voluntary sector to improve outcomes for children and families. • Produce high-quality reports and recommendations for senior leaders, boards, and government stakeholders. About You • Qualified Social Worker with substantial experience in Children's Social Care service improvement or senior operational leadership. • Strong knowledge of statutory frameworks, regulatory requirements, and best practice within children's services. • Proven track record of leading transformational change and improving service performance and outcomes. If you're an experienced Interim Head of Service: Improvement, Children's Services improvement lead, or senior social work leader looking to make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you. Even if your CV is not fully up to date, please get in touch. Contact nathan@leadersinCare or call 07401 281738 for more information for more information or a confidential discussion.