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Social Worker - Safeguarding

Long term contract | Flexibility encouraged | Immediate Start for 2026 | Loyalty Bonus | West Wales  We are working in partnership with Pembrokeshire to recruit experienced and passionate Child Care Managers to join a committed and forward-thinking management team. This is an exciting opportunity for leaders who are driven by quality, outcomes, and making a lasting difference for children and young people. The Role As part of the Child Care Management Team, you will play a key role in leading, supporting, and developing services that safeguard and promote the wellbeing of children and young people. You will provide strong, values-led leadership, ensuring high standards of care, compliance, and practice across services. 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.

Rapid Discharge Hospital Social Worker

Rapid Discharge | Flexible Working | Hospital-Based Support Role Ready to take the next step in your hospital discharge career with a role that offers flexibility, variety, and the opportunity to make an immediate impact? We’re recruiting experienced Rapid Discharge Social Workers to join a busy and supportive Adult Social Care team, helping individuals leave hospital safely and efficiently while ensuring the right support is in place. This role offers a flexible approach to working, with hybrid opportunities and a supportive team that understands the importance of balancing professional responsibilities with personal commitments. What You'll Receive   Hybrid working options – A flexible balance of hospital, community, and home-based working. Flexible hours – A supportive approach that considers personal commitments, including school runs and family responsibilities. 35-hour working week – Helping you maintain a positive work-life balance. Supportive multidisciplinary environment – Work alongside health professionals and social care colleagues to achieve the best outcomes. Career development opportunities – Continue building your expertise within Adult Social Care and hospital discharge pathways. Stable local authority employment – Benefit from the security and support of working within a public sector organisation. As a Rapid Discharge Social Worker, you’ll play a key role in supporting urgent and timely discharges from hospital settings, ensuring individuals receive the right care and support to return home safely. Based within the hospital environment, you’ll work closely with NHS colleagues, ward teams, and community services to assess needs quickly, arrange appropriate support, and reduce delays in discharge. You’ll be part of a 7-day service, working a 35-hour week and completing at least one weekend day (Saturday or Sunday) as part of the rota. To be considered, you’ll need:   A recognised Social Work qualification (BA, MA, DipSW or equivalent). Current Social Work England registration. At least 2–3 years’ post-qualified experience within Adult Social Care. Previous experience within Hospital Discharge, Rapid Response, or Discharge to Assess services. Strong knowledge of the Care Act, safeguarding procedures, and strengths-based practice. The ability to work confidently in a fast-paced hospital environment. Interested? If you’re looking for a role where you can make a real difference while benefiting from flexibility and strong team support, we’d love to hear from you. Send your CV and availability to georgia@leadersincare.co.uk or call 07828 873 089 for a confidential discussion. Referral Bonus: Know someone who’d be a great fit? Refer them and receive £500 upon their successful placement.  

Hospital Discharge Social Worker

Hybrid Working | Flexible Hours | Supportive Hospital Team Looking for your next opportunity in Hospital Discharge with a local authority that understands the importance of flexibility, work-life balance, and professional support? We're recruiting experienced Hospital Discharge Social Workers to join a well-established team in Redbridge, supporting safe and timely discharges from hospital. With hybrid working available 3–4 days per week and flexible hours that accommodate commitments such as school runs, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. What You'll Receive   Hybrid working – Work from home 3–4 days per week, with a balance of hospital and community-based working. Flexible working hours – A supportive management team that understands the importance of balancing work with personal commitments. 35-hour working week – Full-time hours designed to support a better work-life balance. Career development opportunities – Ongoing training and progression within Adult Social Care. Supportive team environment – Join an experienced multidisciplinary team committed to delivering high-quality services. Stable local authority employment – Enjoy the security and benefits of working within the public sector. The Role As a Hospital Discharge Social Worker, you'll be based within the hospital, working as part of a busy multidisciplinary team to support individuals through the Discharge to Assess (D2A) pathway and ensure safe returns home. Working across a 7-day service (with a requirement to work at least one Saturday or Sunday as part of the rota), you'll complete strengths-based assessments, coordinate care, and work alongside health professionals to prevent unnecessary delays and achieve positive outcomes for service users. Your Responsibilities   Completing Care Act Assessments. Supporting individuals through the Discharge to Assess pathway. Arranging and reviewing care packages to facilitate safe discharge home. Managing safeguarding concerns where appropriate. Working closely with NHS colleagues, therapists, ward staff, and community services. Supporting discharge planning from the Emergency Department and hospital wards. Maintaining accurate case records and delivering person-centred interventions. About You To be considered, you'll need:   A recognised Social Work qualification (BA, MA, DipSW or equivalent). Current Social Work England registration. At least 2–3 years' post-qualified experience within Adult Social Care. Previous experience in Hospital Discharge or Discharge to Assess services. A good understanding of the Care Act, safeguarding, and strengths-based practice. Interested? Send your CV and availability to georgia@leadersincare.co.uk or call 07828 873 089 for a confidential discussion. Referral Bonus: Know someone who'd be a great fit? Refer them and receive £500 upon their successful placement.

Social Worker - CP/CIN

Child Protection Social Worker Stable Caseload | Low manager turnover | £37 per hour | 5* Google reviews For the child protection social workers who are due for a change of scenery and want to start on a clean slate, this opportunity may be the one for you. Whether you have experience in child protection, looked after children, or referral and assessment. A local authority in the East Midlands are looking for good quality workers to help them in the Child Protection Team, with a pay rate of £37 per hour. You will be holding a steady caseload of up to 22 cases, and this will be reduced greatly after your first month due to an influx of new starters that are due to start this next week. What’s also great about the role is the training that can be provided for agency staff, as the council are keen for you to further develop your skills to implement into everyday practice. Management in the local authority have been there longer than the furniture, which I find to be a very appealing aspect for social workers who are looking at longevity when choosing their next role. They  have a clear vison and its refreshing to see how they want to work with the Social Workers to overturn the challenges that most councils are facing in the current climate. Leaders in Care can offer exclusive rates along with a service that has received 600+  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 Tommy on tommy@leadersincare.co.uk for more details (or call on 07738 196 375).

Social Worker - CP/CIN

Child Protection Social Worker Stable Caseload | Low manager turnover | £37 per hour | 5* Google reviews For the child protection social workers who are due for a change of scenery and want to start on a clean slate, this opportunity may be the one for you. Whether you have experience in child protection, looked after children, or referral and assessment. A local authority in the East Midlands are looking for good quality workers to help them in the Child Protection Team, with a pay rate of £37 per hour. You will be holding a steady caseload of up to 22 cases, and this will be reduced greatly after your first month due to an influx of new starters that are due to start this next week. What’s also great about the role is the training that can be provided for agency staff, as the council are keen for you to further develop your skills to implement into everyday practice. Management in the local authority have been there longer than the furniture, which I find to be a very appealing aspect for social workers who are looking at longevity when choosing their next role. They  have a clear vison and its refreshing to see how they want to work with the Social Workers to overturn the challenges that most councils are facing in the current climate. Leaders in Care can offer exclusive rates along with a service that has received 600+  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 Tommy on tommy@leadersincare.co.uk for more details (or call on 07738 196 375).

Social Worker Children in Care Court

Social Worker – Children in Care Court Promotion opportunities | £6,000 Welcome bonus | 28 days annual leave + bank holidays) Big improvements have been made at Northamptonshire Childrens Trust over the last couple of years, as they continue to strive and deliver an impeccable service to young people & families. From speaking with senior management its clear to see that they have the best interest for its workers, and now they are looking to build on what is an already thriving group of teams with a few more experienced heads to deliver aid in their Child in Care Court team. The flexible-working role comes with a salary of £39,384 to £42,620 Main Benefits: £39,384 to £42,620 per annum £6,000 Welcome bonus £8,000 Relocation bonus Promotion opportunities! Opportunity to purchase up to 25 days holiday! 28 days annual leave (plus 8 bank holidays) The children in care service provides oversight for all children in care for Northamptonshire. This includes children subject to legal proceedings as well as children with a plan to remain long term in our care. The service has 11 teams that work across the county and focus on particular cohorts of children. You will need to be experienced at court work and will be confident and capable enough to attend court on your own if necessary. The trust are developing a culture that allows the very highest quality of professional practice to flourish and evolve. This is a really exciting time to be joining a long term project that should see the trust transition into a local authority in the near distant future.  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 Tommy at tommy@leadersincare.co.uk for more details (or call on 07828 497 807)  

SSW - Assessment & Intervention

 Exclusive Roles & Flexible Work Available | Full & Part Time Hours Available | Long Stable Contracts | Referral Bonus!   If you’ve stumbled upon this advert, then 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 the North, offering various roles (including Child Protection, Referral & Assessment, and more) with some roles paying £42 (commutable from West Midlands) 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, getting the inside scoop so we’re aware of the trajectory of the caseload, not just the number. Lack of Flexibility? Let's discuss your ideal working patterns. Our relationships with managers make is much smoother to ensure coming to an agreement that suits everyone. 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 aim is to make sure your getting a better quality work/life balance than the current role your in, it goes along way. Don’t believe us? Check our 450+ 5* Google Reviews of Social Workers that have had experience of working with our dedicated consultants. If you're interested, please send your CV to tommy@leadersincare.co.uk or call 07828497807 for more info. Want to pass this over to a friend? We offer a market-leading referral fee of £500 per placement. Just reach out! 

Social Worker - Safeguarding

Safeguarding Social Worker | £42 P/H + Accommodation Paid | Outstanding Local Authority | Long-Term Contract | South Coast Looking for a long-term safeguarding contract where you can focus on quality practice without unmanageable caseloads? We're working with an Outstanding Local Authority on the South Coast that is looking to appoint an experienced Safeguarding Social Worker to join its well-established team. This is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term contract offering £42 per hour, accommodation paid, flexible hybrid working, and a supportive management team committed to high-quality practice. Court work is fully integrated into the safeguarding team, allowing you to build relationships with children and families throughout the life of the case rather than handing matters over to a separate court service. What's on Offer £42 per hour Accommodation paid Long-term contract with excellent stability Capped safeguarding caseload Flexible hybrid working Court work included within the safeguarding team Supportive, experienced management team Leaders in Care Loyalty Bonus Scheme Weekly payroll The Role As part of the Safeguarding Team, you will: Manage a varied safeguarding caseload, including Child in Need, Child Protection and Care Proceedings. Complete high-quality assessments, court statements and care plans. Undertake statutory visits and interventions to safeguard children. Work closely with families, legal professionals and partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes. Prepare and present evidence during care proceedings where required. Maintain accurate records and ensure statutory timescales are consistently met. About the Service You'll be joining a highly regarded Children's Service recognised for delivering outstanding safeguarding practice. Managers are approachable, experienced and committed to providing reflective supervision, realistic workloads and the autonomy for social workers to make confident professional decisions. About You To be considered, you'll need: Current Social Work England registration. Recent Local Authority safeguarding experience. Experience undertaking court work and care proceedings. Strong assessment, analytical and risk management skills. A commitment to achieving the best outcomes for children and families. Interested? If you're considering your next locum opportunity and would like to find out more, I'd be happy to have a confidential conversation. nathan@leadersincare.co.uk  07401 281738 Even if this role isn't the perfect fit, get in touch. I work with local authorities across the South Coast and may have other opportunities that better suit your requirements.

Social Worker - Children Looked After

Fancy more hands on work, where your cases aren't court heavy? We’re working exclusively with a stable and supportive local authority seeking an experienced social worker to join their Children Looked After Team. This role offers a competitive rate of up to £40 per hour, with the chance to join a close-knit and collaborative team dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for children in care. What’s on offer: Manageable caseloads   Flexible working options: 4-day week, condensed hours, or traditional 37-hour week Supportive management and team culture Remote working strongly supported   This position focuses on care planning, permanency, and long-term support for looked after children. To be considered, you must have a minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience. The team is well-established, with long-standing permanent staff who provide excellent peer support and mentoring to new joiners. Remote working is strongly encouraged, and the team is expanding to support continued growth and demand.   If you would like to know more, send your CV to leo@leadersincare.co.uk or call Leo on 07893 947 799 .   If the role is not for you, but perhaps a friend or colleague looking for a change, we are offering 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 & registration to Social Work England