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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)  

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)

MASH Social Worker

Wanting to work for an effective front door service as part of a MASH Team?   We are currently working with a large, well-structured local authority in Greater Manchester seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their MASH Team. This is a pivotal frontline role at the point of referral, where your decisions shape the direction of intervention and support for vulnerable children and families. Working in a Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH), you’ll work closely with professionals from health, education, police, and early help services to gather information, make informed decisions, and ensure appropriate safeguarding responses. The team also covers initial assessments and short-term interventions, with clear handovers to longer-term teams when needed. Key Benefits: Long-term contract offering consistency and stability Well-established MASH with clear processes and multi-agency cooperation Manageable caseloads with clear thresholds and decision-making pathways About You: Qualified Social Worker Previous experience in a MASH, Duty or Assessment Team essential Confident working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment Strong assessment and analytical skills Excellent understanding of safeguarding thresholds and statutory responsibilities Able to work effectively with multi-agency partners and under pressure  If you would like to know more, send your CV to leo@leadersincare.co.uk, or call 07983 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 Work England and Social Work Qualification Required    

Duty & Assessment Social Worker

Deciding whether to move roles this time of year can be tricky, however settling in to a well-supported, and flexible team now will mean you can enjoy a long contract with us well into the rest of 2026 with the prospect of being extending another 6 months! Leaders in Care understands social work can never really be a 3-month assignment and we’ve tailored our contracts to enable stability to give you a platform to really impact the children and families you’d be working with. That being said, a small local authority in Greater Manchester needs an experienced Duty & Assessment social worker, in return you’ll have access to up to date equipment to enable you to work on the go and remotely. The authority has a small catchment area, which given the cost of fuel should come in handy for those local to the Manchester area. 6-month initial contract Hybrid working model Flexible Duty Rota Work from Home wherever possible Aside from this you will be awarded with a generous pay-rate which is further topped up with Leaders in Care’s exclusive loyalty bonus. If you would like to know more, send your CV, or call Leo 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!   As this is a statutory role, you do require a social work qualification & registration to Social Work England.

Advance Practitioner | Safeguarding Team

It is not often that Senior Social Workers are offered genuine progression opportunities through agency work. We are looking for an established Advanced Practitioner, or an ambitious Senior Social Worker ready to take the next step, to support Newly Qualified Social Workers completing their ASYE within a Greater Manchester local authority. This is a case-holding position with a reduced caseload, giving you the time and capacity to properly support, guide and develop newly qualified colleagues. It is a great opportunity to gain leadership experience and strengthen your profile if you are looking to progress. What is on offer? £40 per hour, in line with DfE agency rates Hybrid working as standard A reduced caseload to support effective ASYE development 6-month contract, offering stability well into the new year Immediate starts available for those who can begin ASAP The local authority is happy to wait for the right candidate Support from experienced, long-standing senior management Access to ongoing learning and development If you are an Advanced Practitioner seeking a new contract, or a Senior Social Worker who wants to gain valuable leadership and development experience, this could be the ideal next move. Want to know more? Contact Leo at Leaders in Care for a confidential discussion: Email: leo@leadersincare.co.uk Call: 07893 947799 Not for you? Refer a successful candidate and receive £500.

Social Worker - Family Help team

Family Help Social Worker Easily Commutable | Choose Your Office Days | Yearly Bonuses | Manageable Caseloads | Training & Development Are you an experienced Social Worker looking for a Family Help role with flexibility, manageable caseloads and excellent development opportunities? We are recruiting for several Family Help Social Worker positions with a council in the East OF england The service is committed to ensuring practitioners have as minimal a caseload as possible, allowing you to build meaningful relationships with children, young people and families. Family Help is  joined-up approach to supporting children, young people and families who need additional help. As part of the national Families First for Children Programme, the service brings agencies together to ensure families receive the right support, at the right time, and at the right level—helping to prevent needs escalating wherever possible. You will work within the FIRST: Making Connections Count practice model, focusing on strengths-based, relationship-led practice. You will support families through longer-term interventions, including Child in Need and Child Protection work, with only a minimal number of court cases. In this role, you will: Build strong, effective relationships with children, young people and their families Identify family strengths, needs and areas where further support may be required Coordinate support across education, health, community and voluntary-sector services Help families access local resources and develop resilient support networks Deliver positive, sustainable change through collaborative and strengths-based practice Work alongside experienced Social Workers, with access to high-quality training and development Benefits: Flexible working choose the office days that work best for you Manageable caseloads  Minimum six-month contract Access to wellbeing services Excellent training and development opportunities as an agency worker Easily commutable location Direct access to hiring managers, enabling us to discuss the responsibilities and working arrangements that suit you With the continuing rise in the cost of living, changing roles can feel like a big decision. We work directly with managers to understand what you need from your next opportunity and present you with roles that genuinely suit your circumstances. Referral bonus: Refer a Social Worker who is successfully placed and receive £500 for every successful referral. As this is a statutory Social Work position, you must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and be registered with Social Work England. For more information about this Family Help opportunity, or to find out how Leaders in Care can support you, contact Nathan on 07401 281738 or email nathan@leadersincare.co.uk.