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Social Worker - Looked After Children

Regular reflective supervision | Work from home encouraged | Longstanding Senior Management | Manageable Caseload   Social Worker - Children in Care - Up to £48,932 We're partnered with a highly rated council in the South East of England, for an experienced practitioner to join their well established Children in Care service.   This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to join a tight-knit team with a highly supportive management structure who offer regular reflective supervision, ensuring you're given the platform to do your best work.   We understand the importance of achieving a healthy work-life balance, especially when dealing with complex cases, with this council, working from home is very much encouraged, so you can expect to be in the office 1-1.5 days per week, and the rest from home. Main duties: Act as allocated social worker for children, young people, and Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children, leading long-term care planning, promoting stability and positive outcomes   Assess and investigate safeguarding concerns, identifying risks and protective factors   Prepare high-quality reports, including for court proceedings   Support court processes and give evidence when required   Lead on specialist areas to support service improvement   Engage in supervision to reflect, develop, and maintain professional standards     We are looking for a social worker who thrives in a fast-paced setting and is eager to be a part of this council's journey in providing the highest level of care to its service users.   In recognition of your hard work, this council provides the freedom to manage your own schedule. This allows you to effectively allocate your time for maximum efficiency, both in your professional and personal life.   As this is a statutory role, you do require a social work qualification & registration to Social Work England.   To learn more about this opportunity, please don't hesitate to reach out to Nathan on 07401281738. Alternatively, you can send your up-to-date CV to nathan@leadersincare.co.uk 

Children's Social Worker - Work in the Sun

Overseas Role | Sunshine | Relocation Package | Something Different?  Have you got to the stage where you just want something different? Perhaps your children have finally flown the nest, or you’re fed up with the English weather…maybe just fancy an adventure? If you are an experienced social worker then we are currently helping Gibraltar recruit permanent staff to their social work teams. Gibraltar is very well known for an excellent education system with both British curriculum schools and international schools. The community is also friendly and safe, with low crime rates and excellent healthcare. No need to worry about learning a whole new language right away! English is the official language, making it easy for UK nationals to communicate and integrate. Spanish is also widely spoken, providing an opportunity to learn a new language. The Rock of Gibraltar and surrounding areas provide numerous opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, sailing, and dolphin watching. Gibraltar is a melting pot of cultures, offering a unique blend of British, Spanish, and other Mediterranean influences, enriching your cultural experience (there's even wild monkeys) Salaries range up to £47,103 , depending on experience. Additionally, they also provide a relocation allowance of up to £700 to assist with flights and the relocation of personal belongings or furniture. This ensures a smooth transition for those joining their dynamic team from different locations. Current roles sit within: Children’s services – Safeguarding As this is a statutory role you are required to have a Social Work qualification and full registration to SWE. Or if you'd like more info on how Leaders in Care can support you, call James on 07401 281738, or email nathan@leadersincare.co.uk 

Adults Hospital Discharge Social Worker

Interested in working in a fast paced hospital discharge service? You’ll be offered flexible working arrangements, including the option to work from home two days per week - that means you can have a better work-life balance and manage your schedule to fit your personal commitments.   Also, Leaders In Care offer an exclusive loyalty bonus with your rate, as we understand how hard you work and want you to feel appreciated for all you do! Having worked with this authority for a while, I can honestly say that they always keep hold of their good social workers, giving you some form of stability that sometimes isn’t offered in agency work!   You’ll be part of a supportive and experienced team, so you'll have a network of professionals to learn from and collaborate with. It's always nice to work in a supportive environment where everyone is working towards the same goal.   Ensure safe and smooth discharge of patients from the hospital. Collaborate with patients, families, and healthcare professionals to coordinate post-discharge services. Develop and implement appropriate care plans tailored to individual patient needs. Act as a liaison between hospital staff and external care providers to ensure continuity of care. Address any challenges or concerns to facilitate a seamless transition for patients. Leaders in Care can provide competitive rates, supported by a service that has earned 500 5* Google reviews. This includes weekly check-ins, support during your placement, and a market-leading timesheet & payroll system, eliminating the Friday stress of refreshing your bank to check for your money!   To be considered for this position, it's essential to hold a Social Work Qualification and maintain registration with SWE. If you believe this opportunity aligns with your career aspirations, kindly submit your CV and availability to georgia@leadersincare.co.uk or call me at 07828873089. We look forward to hearing from you! Alternatively, if you know someone who would excel in this role, please refer them! We offer a generous £500 reward for successful referrals.

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.

Social Worker | Child Protection

Looking for a change in scenery and a chance to have your efforts truly appreciated? Look no further! Our dynamic North-west Child Protection team is seeking a dedicated social worker to join our ranks. Forget about overwhelming caseloads that encroach into your personal time. With us, you'll enjoy a manageable caseload of 18-20 moderate cases, ensuring a perfect balance between work and life outside the office. Flexibility is key here. We understand the demands of the job and value your need for a manageable workload. That's why we empower our social workers to manage their own diaries, giving you the freedom to prioritize and organize your casework effectively. After inspections were carried out, OFSTED rated this local authority as "GOOD". They would be looking in the future to further this to an "OUTSTANDING" rating. This is why they are looking at you to consider a 6 month minimum contract with them with possibilities to roll over . Come be a part of that journey and take on a new challenge.  Thanks to their experienced team, you are offered supportive colleagues and senior management who appreciate your professional views and inputs.  They can assure you will not be left in the dark on cases and more importantly can listen to your requests and ideas that bring towards cases. Leaders in Care can offer rates up to £40/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! 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 Leo on leo@leadersincare.co.uk for more details (or call on 07893 947779)

Social Worker - Family Help

Flexible working | Low caseloads | Ongoing development | Supportive team culture | Easily commutable from London Are you an experienced Safeguarding Social Worker, Child Protection Social Worker, or Family Safeguarding Social Worker looking for a role that offers greater balance without compromising on meaningful practice? This local authority opportunity offers genuinely manageable caseloads, flexibility around office attendance, and the time to build consistent, effective relationships with children and families. You’ll have autonomy over your diary and be supported to focus on high-quality, long-term outcomes rather than unmanageable volume. Package and benefits £38–£42 per hour Minimum six-month contract Hybrid working and flexible office attendance Reduced, manageable caseloads Loyalty bonus available Wellbeing support services Ongoing training and professional development Supportive and experienced safeguarding team The role As a Safeguarding Social Worker, you will manage a reduced caseload across Child in Need and Child Protection plans. You’ll take a relationship-based approach, working with families over the longer term to deliver meaningful interventions and sustainable change. Your responsibilities will include: Managing Child in Need and Child Protection cases Completing assessments, reviews, and interventions Providing long-term family support and safeguarding planning Building strong, consistent relationships with children and families Working collaboratively with an experienced multi-disciplinary safeguarding service Supporting positive outcomes with minimal court involvement where appropriate About you To be considered, you’ll need: Social Work England registration Previous local authority experience in statutory children’s social care Experience within safeguarding, child protection, or family safeguarding services Confidence managing Child in Need and Child Protection caseloads A commitment to relationship-based, outcome-focused practice If you’re seeking a more balanced safeguarding contract with flexibility, manageable caseloads, and a team that values quality social work, this could be the right next step. Contact Leaders in Care for a confidential discussion. Your CV does not need to be fully up to date to get in touch.