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Social Worker | Looked After Children

GOOD OFSTED | Brilliant at the Basics | Supportive Management | Hybrid & WFH Options Available Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Looking for more flexibility, support, and a team that truly values your skills?   We’re excited to support St Helens on their  journey of growth and success, with a recent GOOD OFSTED rating as a testament to the hard work and dedication of their workforce. St Helens isn’t stopping there but now striving for OUTSTANDING, and we are on the lookout for committed and experienced social workers to support in achieving OUTSTANDING status. What We’re Looking For: We’re seeking experienced and passionate social workers who are “Brilliant at the Basics” and are driven to make a real difference in children’s lives. A Little About the Team: The Children We Look After team is committed to ensuring children in care have the stability and opportunities they deserve. You’ll join an experienced and supportive team where management is always on hand to provide guidance. With a flexible approach to working, you’ll have the freedom to manage your diary, including 2 days WFH on non-duty weeks. Here’s what’s on offer: Flexible Working – Manage your diary and maintain a healthy work-life balance Supportive & Approachable Management – Senior managers are always available when you need them A Stable and Experienced Team – Work alongside experienced and welcoming peers For an informal chat, call Leo on 0161 249 8195, or apply now by sending across your CV. We offer a market-leading £500 referral fee for every successful placement. If the role isn’t for you, why not help a friend find their dream job? Social Work England Registration and Relevant Qualifications are Required.

Calling All Wales Social Workers

Calling all Wales Based Social Workers If you're reading this, there's likely something you'd like to improve about your current job. What would you change, and how can we help? We're currently recruiting for multiple local authorities across Wales, offering various roles (including Child Protection, Referral & Assessment, and more) with some roles paying over £40/h+. At Leaders in Care, we work directly with local authorities, allowing us to tailor your job search to focus on what matters to you. High Caseloads? We liaise directly with managers, not third-party vendors, providing you with precise details about your potential workload.    Lack of Flexibility? Let's discuss your ideal working patterns. We negotiate terms that suit you, ensuring no surprises when you start.   Tired of short contracts? We'll offer you 6 months enabling you time to settle in and room to make an impact without the worry of 3 month rolling extensions! Our goal is to help you get the most out of your work, enabling you to deliver the best service to the vulnerable people you became a social worker to help. If you're interested, please contact Leo by sending your CV to leo@leadersincare.co.uk or call 0161 249 8195. Know someone who might be a fit? We offer a market-leading referral fee of £500 per placement. Just reach out! Requirements: Registration with Social Care Wales Social Care Qualification

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

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

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 | I&A Team

 Work in the Capital | Progress you Career | Flexi Working | Stable Service – Locality   Are you wanting to settle into a team where social workers aren’t coming and going leaving you to pick up the pieces? Spread across 3 locations across the City (St Mellons over in the East, Fairwater in the North and Cardiff Bay) you will find opportunities to join Cardiff’s Locality Service which covers Safeguarding and Children Looked After. In these area you will serve as Frontline support for children and young people – focusing on planning and effective intervention and engagement to provide direct support to achieve best outcomes. Cardiff take a restorative practice approach – partnering with families and multi-agency colleagues to support, tackle and address any concerns. What’s in it for you? Flexi scheme – work towards a schedule that suits you and your needsHybrid working – deliver your role with a mixture of home and office working Annual leave – starting at 28 days per year to a maximum of 33 days after 5 years and the option to buy more leave! Pension fund – build up your pension via the Local Gov Pension Scheme offering secure and flexible pension Cardiff is a great area to work in boasting great transport links, amazing culture and an Local Authority committed to best outcomes for the communities it serves. You will need a valid Social Care Wales registration and Social Work Qualification to be consider – your application will not be progressed without these mandatory documents. If you would like to know more, send your CV to leo@leadersincare.co.uk, or call 07893 947 799. 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!

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.