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Duty & Assessment Social Worker

6 Month Contract | Flexible Working | Supportive Team | Quick Starts Leaders in Care have been the go ahead to help recruit for a small Local Authority in Merseyside which has great transport links, a small encashment area If you’re a social worker who is seeking to step up and enjoy greater responsibility – this role will be for you. Hybrid working is available as it is with most roles since the pandemic, we can negotiate a condensed working week for those wanting an extra day free too! Benefits of the role as a Safeguarding Social Worker: Up to £44 per hour Work from home Supportive Team with well-established supportive management Initial 6-month contract Progression Opportunities If you would like to know more, send your CV or call Leo on 0161 249 8195 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.

Child in Need & Child Protection | Social Worker

Work your Way | Limited Caseloads | Supportive/Longstanding Management | Hybrid Working  Want to work for a team who proactive works to keep cases low for their service? Leaders in Care are working directly with highly rated council located in the Cheshire area, for an experienced social worker to join the Child Protection team, for a competitive pay rate of £40 per hour. 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 to spend more quality time with loved ones. 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 with Disabilities Social Worker

Long Stable Contract | Quick Starts | 5* Google reviews | £500 referral bonus Do you have experience of working with Children with Disabilities and looking for some extra flexibility? Leaders in Care are currently supporting a Council in the North West (Cheshire Area) to recruit for an experienced CWD social worker - you can expect flexible working and a long stable contract - prior experience is essential as this is a specialised and specific role where you will be working with vulnerable children and sound knowledge of complex disabilities is a must.  Benefits of working with Leaders in Care as a child welfare Social Worker include: Flexible working and a great selection of stable authorities to choose from Full screening process with devoted professional consultants £500 refer a friend bonus Responsibilities of the role: Working alongside family/carers Manage a case load of CWD cases including CP, LAC & Court Work Conduct family visits and complete assignments Leaders in Care can offer a rate of £40 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. Any enquiries, please contact Leo on 07893 947799 or email leo@leadersincare.co.uk 3 years PQE required to be considered for agency roles across England.         

Senior Social Worker - Adoption Team

1-2 days in the office | 6 Month Rolling Contract | Adoption Team | Supportive Management | Flexibility Encouraged  Leaders in Care are working with a forward-thinking Local Authority in the West Midlands that is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their Adoption Team on an interim basis to support with Post Adoption Support This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and families, while benefiting from flexible hybrid working and supportive team management. Key Responsibilities Undertake assessments of prospective adopters, including PAR (Prospective Adopter Reports). Support the matching process and contribute to family finding for children with a plan of adoption. Work closely with regional adoption agencies and other professionals to ensure timely and stable placements. Provide post-adoption support to children, families, and adoptive parents. Maintain accurate, timely, and high-quality case records in accordance with statutory requirements. Attend relevant panels and contribute to care planning processes. Requirements Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration. Demonstrable experience in adoption, family finding, or permanence planning. Strong knowledge of relevant legislation and statutory guidance (e.g., Adoption and Children Act 2002). Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multi-agency team. Offer & Benefits Competitive hourly rate of £33.33 P/H. Hybrid working model – just 2 to 3 days per week in the office. Supportive and collaborative management team. Opportunity to work within a well-established and respected Local Authority. Weekly payroll and contract stability. 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 are required to have a Social Work qualification and full registration to SWE & 3 Years Permanent Experience 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 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

Social Worker | Cared for Children's Team

Flexible Working | Working from home encouraged | Loyalty Bonus | Supportive Management | 6 month rolling contract If you enjoy direct work with children this role is ideal for you! Over in Merseyside there's a team that covers and supports Care Experienced Children - a team dedicated to best outcomes for children within care whether that's residential or within care settings.   You will be working with children who are in a long term care arrangements, managing care proceedings following the first hearing, meaning you will need experience of doing a variety of court work, including writing statements and plans and progress reunification plans, adoption etc So what are the benefits for you? We understand the importance of work-life balance therefore alongside dealing with complex cases, working from home is encouraged, you will be working with a fast paced team however these authorities allow you to work around a personal schedule! Alongside this you will be getting a quality of service with Leaders in Care offering weekly check ins to make sure the role is exactly what is offered to you, even check google to show that we offer a 5* service.  If this role interests you, please get in contact with Leo, send your CV to leo@leadersincare.co.uk , or call on 07893 947799 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!3 As this is a statutory role, you do require a social work qualification & registration to Social Work England.