Social Worker - PLO & Court Team

Flexible Working | Manageable Caseloads | Supportive Leadership | Long-Term Stability

If you enjoy high-quality court work and want the space to focus on achieving better outcomes for children, this Children's Social Worker opportunity could be a strong next step. Join a dedicated PLO and court-focused service where experienced practitioners are supported to do their best work. Alternative searches may include Court Social Worker or PLO Social Worker.

As a Children's Social Worker, you will benefit from flexible hybrid working, consistent management support, and a stable team environment. This role offers the opportunity to manage complex cases while maintaining a sustainable workload and clear professional focus.

Package & Benefits

• £42 per hour.

• Long-term contract offering stability and continuity.

• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.

• Manageable caseloads.

• Supportive and accessible management team.

• Regular supervision and professional development support.

About the Company

This service has a strong reputation for delivering timely interventions and achieving positive outcomes for children and families. Led by experienced managers, the team works collaboratively with legal services and partner agencies to support effective decision-making and permanence planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of children subject to PLO processes and care proceedings.

• Prepare high-quality court statements, care plans, assessments, and reports.

• Progress permanence planning and deliver direct work with children and families.

• Work closely with legal services and multi-agency professionals to safeguard children.

About You

• Qualified Children's Social Worker registered with Social Work England.

• Recent experience within a PLO, Court, Safeguarding, or Child Protection Team.

• Strong experience preparing court statements and managing cases through care proceedings.

If you are an experienced Children's Social Worker, Court Social Worker, or PLO Social Worker seeking a long-term contract with flexibility and support, we would welcome a conversation.

Contact nathan@LeadersinCare for more information or a confidential discussion.