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Senior Social Worker - Children & Families

Supportive & Available Senior Management | Regular Supervision | Hybrid Working | Full Induction & Training | Free Parking | £100 Weekly Expenses Paid  We're currently working closely alongside a highly regarded local authority in the Gloucestershire / South Gloucestershire area, for an experience SW to join their Family Safeguarding sevice as a Senior SW. Leaders in Care are offering £42/h for this role - as well as £100/week expenses for those commuting out of area. This is a great opportunity to join a thriving Safeguarding service, supported by experienced senior managers and the hands on director, who is very much visable and supportive on a day to day basis, and wanting experienced practitioners who are on the same page in providing the best care possible for all children & families involved in the service.  Benefits: Free parking & £100 weekly expenses for those travelling out of area  Longstanding and supportive permanent management structure (based off feedback) - no micro-management  Flexible working, office 2/3 days per week Close-knit team who'll make you feel at home from day 1  Full induction and training for agency staff - you won't just be thrown in at the deep end with a mountain of cases Secure and flexible conract length   What better time to make the move to close out the year and be a part of an excellent team where you're surrounded by like-minded individuals. As our approach to differs to other agencies, the level of information that we are able to provide will differ to most agencies, as we can provide you with a real insight into the performance and structure of the council based off the constant feedback we receive, which will give you a real feel of the place, prior to starting. As this is a statutory role, you do require a social work qualification & registration to Social Work England. To apply or for more information, send your CV to Chris@leadersincare.co.uk, or call Chris on 07897 024978.

Experienced Social Worker - Child Protection

Supportive & Available Senior Management | Regular Supervision | Hybrid Working | Full Induction & Training | Free Parking | £100 Weekly Expenses Paid  We're currently working closely alongside a highly regarded local authority in the Gloucestershire / South Gloucestershire area, for an experience SW to join their Family Safeguarding sevice as a Senior SW. Leaders in Care are offering £42/h for this role - as well as £100/week expenses for those commuting out of area. This is a great opportunity to join a thriving Safeguarding service, supported by experienced senior managers and the hands on director, who is very much visable and supportive on a day to day basis, and wanting experienced practitioners who are on the same page in providing the best care possible for all children & families involved in the service.  Benefits: Free parking & £100 weekly expenses for those travelling out of area  Longstanding and supportive permanent management structure (based off feedback) - no micro-management  Flexible working, office 2/3 days per week Close-knit team who'll make you feel at home from day 1  Full induction and training for agency staff - you won't just be thrown in at the deep end with a mountain of cases Secure and flexible conract length   What better time to make the move to close out the year and be a part of an excellent team where you're surrounded by like-minded individuals. As our approach to differs to other agencies, the level of information that we are able to provide will differ to most agencies, as we can provide you with a real insight into the performance and structure of the council based off the constant feedback we receive, which will give you a real feel of the place, prior to starting. As this is a statutory role, you do require a social work qualification & registration to Social Work England. To apply or for more information, send your CV to Chris@leadersincare.co.uk, or call Chris on 07897 024978.

Senior Social Worker - Safeguarding Team

Hybrid | Close-Knit Team & service | Manageable Workload | A Supportive Agency | No Micro-management Senior SW - £42 negotiable rate (ask for details) We're currently working with a highly rated local authority in the South East of England, on a great opportunity for an experienced practitioner to join the Child and Family Assessment team as a Senior Social Worker. Leaders in Care are offering £42/h for this role, one of the highest in the area currently. With this council, you don’t have to worry about being bogged down with too many cases, as caseloads are split evenly across the service to ensure they are manageable, and you will be supported by a long-standing management structure to ensure a stable and stress free working environment. You'll also be joining a close-knit team thats supported by a stable, longstanding senior managment team who allow you the platform to do your best work. This ius done by allowing you to manage your own diary how you see fit, and no micro-management, only supporting when needed and trusting you to provide the best care to all children & families involved int he service. The role will involve picking up child in need cases, ongoing care proceedings, conducting assessments and making informed decisions about the most appropriate interventions to support the child and family. Although this council are happy to consider a range of experience, experience in child protection and court work would be desirable. As this is a statutory role, you do require a social work qualification & registration to Social Work England. Also, you will need to have 3 years permanent experience in an English council to be considered, in line with new government guidance.  Immediate starts are available. However not to worry, this council will wait up to 1 month for the right person. Due to our great relationship with this council, we can provide ongoing support throughout the full process, as well as being there to support you through the placement. For more information, call Chris on 07897 024978. Or email your up to date cv to Chris@leadersincare.co.uk. 

Residential Shift Lead

Outside IR35 | Leadership Role | Residential Childcare | Paid Travel & Free Accommodation A wonderful opportunity has just been presented to us here at Leaders in Care, for an experienced residential support worker / manager to relocate to a gorgeous holiday destination in the Channel Islands, to join the team as a Shift Lead for a Residential Children's Home. Leaders in Care are offering £30/h for this role. It is also outside IR35 What's in it for you? Free accommodation  Flexible, long-term rolling contract  Travel paid  Outside IR35 - better take home pay!  Opportunity to pick up extra hours, increased weekly earnings! Stable, supportive senior management team As a Shift Lead, you will help create a safe, nurturing and child-centred environment by leading shifts, supporting consistent daily routines and ensuring high-quality care. You will guide staff in implementing and reviewing individual care plans, maintain positive relationships with children and young people, and advocate for their wishes in all decision-making. Working closely with families, carers and professionals, you will ensure coordinated and effective support for each child. You will also be responsible for promoting safeguarding, managing risk, and ensuring health and safety procedures are followed at all times. The role includes maintaining accurate and confidential records, contributing to the 24-hour rota, and providing on-shift coaching and support to staff. You will help maintain strong teamwork, uphold high standards of practice and carry out any additional duties required by the manager. Requirements: Level 3 Diploma (Or equivalent in health and social care) or above  Significant experience in residential childcare - 2+ years leadership Full & Clean drivers licence  If you're passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children in care, this role is for you. You'll be joining a close-knit service, backed by a longstanding and supportive senior management team. We're looking for someone who is driven to improve outcomes for children, committed to anti-discriminatory and inclusive practice, and who genuinely believes in the potential of every child, no matter their background or experiences. For more information on this role, call Chris on 07897 024978. Alternatively, email Chris@leadersincare.co.uk with your up to date CV. 

Shift Lead - Residential Childrens Home

Outside IR35 | Leadership Role | Residential Childcare | Paid Travel & Free Accommodation A wonderful opportunity has just been presented to us here at Leaders in Care, for an experienced residential support worker / manager to relocate to a gorgeous holiday destination in the Channel Islands, to join the team as a Shift Lead for a Residential Children's Home. Leaders in Care are offering £30/h for this role. It is also outside IR35 What's in it for you? Free accommodation  Flexible, long-term rolling contract  Travel paid  Outside IR35 - better take home pay!  Opportunity to pick up extra hours, increased weekly earnings! Stable, supportive senior management team As a Shift Lead, you will help create a safe, nurturing and child-centred environment by leading shifts, supporting consistent daily routines and ensuring high-quality care. You will guide staff in implementing and reviewing individual care plans, maintain positive relationships with children and young people, and advocate for their wishes in all decision-making. Working closely with families, carers and professionals, you will ensure coordinated and effective support for each child. You will also be responsible for promoting safeguarding, managing risk, and ensuring health and safety procedures are followed at all times. The role includes maintaining accurate and confidential records, contributing to the 24-hour rota, and providing on-shift coaching and support to staff. You will help maintain strong teamwork, uphold high standards of practice and carry out any additional duties required by the manager. Requirements: Level 3 Diploma (Or equivalent in health and social care) or above  Significant experience in residential childcare - 2+ years leadership Full & Clean drivers licence  If you're passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children in care, this role is for you. You'll be joining a close-knit service, backed by a longstanding and supportive senior management team. We're looking for someone who is driven to improve outcomes for children, committed to anti-discriminatory and inclusive practice, and who genuinely believes in the potential of every child, no matter their background or experiences. For more information on this role, call Chris on 07897 024978. Alternatively, email Chris@leadersincare.co.uk with your up to date CV. 

Social Worker - Family Safeguarding

Easily Commutable | Choose your days in the office | Outstanding Authority | Manageable Caseloads | Training and development included Are you looking for a Family Safeguarding role in a commutable location where caseloads are relatively low compared to rest of the UK?  We are currently looking for an experienced Safeguarding Social Worker to work with a council who have a a few posts to fill up where they want everyone to have minimal caseloads as possible.  Within this role you will help long temrm family support services covering child in need, child protection with only very minimal amount of court cases,  You will get access to top training and development as an agency worker and work with a wide range of experienced social workers.  Benefits: Access to well being services Flexibility encouraged - come into office when you want Loyalty Bonus - Contact for more detail  6 month contract minimum  Access to training & development  Easily commutable With the countries rise of cost of living it may seem ridiculous to change roles but we have so many good opportunities for everyone! We work directly with managers so we can get your perfect responsibilities / needs for a role and then present them to managers of interest! In Summary, if you refer a Social Worker and we place them, you get £500 for each candidate you refer! Get in touch now. 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 Nathan on 07401281738 or email nathan@leadersincare.co.uk