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Social Worker

Are you considering a new environment with supportive Senior Management? You will work with a Children & Families team based near Edinburgh, where the complex caseloads are shared fairly across the team, and you are backed by constant support from management and your fellow colleagues. Have access to monthly supervision, backed up with training development programs every 2 months. A supportive team is key to anyone’s success and this local authority is where you will get it. Full benefits of the role: Flexible working Hours Manageable Caseloads Supportive PERM Managers Regular supervision & Guidance Loyalty Bonus With flexible working hours, you can space out the casework and have more ability to spend time with your family and loved ones. You can juggle cases in a more streamlined and efficient manner to produce high-quality work and conduct procedures in a less chaotic style.    If you would like to know more, send your CV to tommy@leadersincare.co.uk , or call on 07828497807 If the role is not for you, but perhaps a friend or colleague looking for a change, we are offering market 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 & registered to Scottish Social Services

Social Worker (Perm wanted)

In-house support | Generous annual leave | Extra cash bonuses Next year we’re expecting to see a spike in caseloads, and we all know this comes with added stress with work/life balance affecting you and the family. Agency work has been good for the majority of Social Workers that are given increased flexibility but there’s a huge demand to carry an overburdened and complex caseload. Which means late nights, added stress, and heightened emotions! If you think a dip back into permanent work might suit you in the future but you’ve forgotten the benefits, we’re here to remind you how to get back your work-life balance with the perks that come with it! What you can expect from becoming a permanent social worker. In-house support – Carrying a heavy caseload? Get the support you deserve to decrease stress to put your work/life in the balance Generous annual leave – Sometimes up to 6 weeks off in some councils! Market Supplements – This means extra cash, every year Retention bonus – Extra cash again for completing an allotted time. If you are interested to see how we can help better your situation, feel free to give me a call on 07828497807 to discuss how you could better your working situation. If you are ready to get the ball rolling… send forward your up-to-date copy of your CV to tommy@leadersincare.co.uk As this is a statutory role, you do require a social work qualification & registration to Social Work England.

Children's Social Worker

5* Google reviews | Enhanced pay rates | Good to Excellent rated councils | Agile working This year we’ve looked forward to the bank holidays where we can take that extra day to enjoy those Easter and Summer Weekends. But did you know you could be experiencing 52 Bank holidays a year by working with Leaders in Care? Let me tell you more…… We work directly with councils to offer benefits such as condensed working and 4 day working weeks. Some social workers chose to have Monday off to extend the weekend later, some decide to have the Friday off to start their weekend early. Whatever you choose, you’ll benefit from having that extra day to yourself, or with family as work life balance is extremely important in the world of social work. Leaders in Care can also offer a rates up to £42/h, along with a service that has received 370 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! There’s so many more rewards and benefits that Leaders in Care offer, why don’t you send your CV to tommy@leadersincare.co.uk and we’ll be in touch, or call Tommy on 07828497807 to get the ball rolling.

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 Workers in the Northwest Required!

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: 07401 281738 Email: nathan@leadersincare.co.uk

Intake Social Worker

Manageable caseload | Well-rated council | Experienced Senior Management  Are you a qualified social worker currently holding a 30+ caseload? As you already know, managing a caseload can determine your work life balance as your life will be consumed by initial visits and report writing, Is this always the case? No! A local authority in Scotland near the central belt area is looking for an experienced worker to join their extremely steady service to undertake a manageable caseload in their intake service. The council has had positive care inspection reports over the years due to senior managers sharing the same goal. And remember – We provide our exclusive loyalty bonus meaning you’ll be paid above the standard pay rate! Stop overworking yourself and reduce your caseload by 10, apply now! As this is a statutory role, you do require a social work qualification & registration to SSSC. If you want to know more, please apply, or email Tommy at tommy@leadersincare.co.uk for more details (or call on 07828497807).

Social Worker | Child Protection

Quick Starts before XMAS | 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 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.

Children's Social Worker

Recent transformation | Exclusive loyalty bonus | Hybrid working encouraged The last 6 months have been a whirlwind for this newly transformed local authority in Scotland. With recent changes and fresh senior management, the looked after children team are now looking for an experienced social worker to join their tight knit bunch. Hybrid working is encouraged as senior managers appreciate children will be placed all over Scotland. Our exclusive loyalty bonus means you’ll receive an extra £2 per hour minimum! Caseloads will be fairly distributed and the team have a sense of togetherness in which they dig in and work together. As this is a statutory role, you do require a social work qualification & registration to SSSC. If you want to know more, please apply, or email Tommy at tommy@leadersincare.co.uk for more details (or call on 07828497807).

Locality Social Worker | Court Team

Great Work/Life Balance | Supportive Management & Team | Comprehensive Loyalty Bonus | Long Standing contracts  Are you passionate about making a difference in children's lives? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment, where your actions can directly shape a child’s future?  If so, we are currently looking for an experienced Social Worker with 3+ Years post qualification experience to join  a locality court team based in South Wales. This is a great chance to join an established and stable team combined with both short and long term manageable cases. You will be working directly with children & families to assess needs, offer guidance, and implement care plans. Furthermore, you will be providing support through complex child care proceedings, ensuring the welfare and safety of the child is at the forefront of all decisions.  Benefits:  Huge Flexibility: There is scope for a 4 day working week and condensed hours if wanted.  Variety of Experience: Work across diverse cases, expanding your skills and experience in children’s services. Quick Start: Fast-track your application and start making a difference right away, they will however wait up to 4 weeks for the right person  Loyalty Bonus: Supplement your pay with a loyalty bonus, please do contact me for more details  Market leading timesheet systems: Makes every Friday easier for getting paid, no more worries! Manageable Caseloads: Mixed caseload which is manageable across an experienced and supportive team and a manager who used to have a stressful caseload so understands the pressures Maximum Pay: Earn a comparable amount of money compared to other social workers in Wales  Supportive Management & Team: Experienced team around you to support and grow.  This is a good rated council who offer flexible working to help balance work and personal life. This role is a great opportunity to establish and develop your skill set by being around supportive social workers and truly making a huge difference to peoples lives. As this is a statutory role you are required to have a Social Work qualification and full registration to Social Care Wales Or if you'd like more info on how Leaders in Care can support you, call Nathan on 07401281738 or email nathan@leadersincare.co.uk

Social Worker | Family Support Team

Family Support Teams | £5000 enhancement | Flexible & Hybrid Working | Strength-Based Culture | Full & Part-Time Positions Available - Social Worker Are you starting the new year ready for a fresh challenge? Perhaps your current role doesn’t offer the flexibility, support, or balance you need? If so, keep reading! The Vale of Glamorgan has expanded its Family Support Teams to meet growing demand, reaffirming its commitment to delivering strength-based services. These teams value the expertise of children, families, and social workers, with relationships at the core of everything they do. With hybrid working, manageable caseloads, and a focus on work-life balance, The Vale provides the supportive environment you’ve been searching for. Why Choose The Vale? Hybrid & Flexible Working: Balance admin duties at home while meeting families and children on-site as needed. Manageable Caseloads: A maximum of 20–22 children per worker, adjusted for complexity. Collaborative Support: Access to family aides, social care officers, and business support to help lighten the load. Career Development: Regular supervision, training opportunities, and clear pathways for progression. Competitive Salaries: Including a £5,000 annual enhancement for all qualified roles. Part-Time Opportunities: Flexible options available to suit your lifestyle. About the Family Support Teams Join a team dedicated to working with families on long-term plans, building resilience and minimising risks to children by engaging their networks. These teams are responsible for: Planning and reviewing care for children receiving support, including those on child protection plans. Helping families achieve their goals through consistent, kind, and child-focused support. Supporting families until court proceedings conclude, providing stability throughout. In this role, you’ll make a real difference by helping families focus on what matters most to them and achieving positive outcomes for children and young people. If you would like to know more, send your CV to leo@leadersincare.co.uk, or call 0161 249 8195. If the role isn’t for you, but you know a friend or colleague looking for a change, we are offering a market-leading referral fee of £500 per placement. All you have to do is reach out! Please ensure you hold a Social Work Qualification and valid Social Work Wales registration before applying.