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Social Worker - Move to North Wales

Flexible working | Supportive leadership | Long-term contracts | Collaborative teams Ready to take the next step as an experienced Children’s Social Worker? This Children’s Social Worker opportunity offers consistent support, flexible working, and the chance to focus on meaningful outcomes across safeguarding, assessment, and looked after children services. Ideal for a Child Protection Social Worker or Safeguarding Social Worker seeking stability and professional respect. You will be part of a forward-thinking service where reflective practice, structured supervision, and manageable caseloads allow you to work with confidence and autonomy. Package & Benefits • £38.43 - £42 per hour, paid weekly. • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements. • Manageable caseloads focused on quality practice. • Long-term contracts with potential for extension or permanent transition. • Dedicated consultant support and streamlined payroll process. About the Company You will be joining progressive local authority teams committed to strengthening frontline children’s services. The focus is on relationship-based practice, multi-agency collaboration, and delivering consistent, high-quality outcomes for children and families. Key Responsibilities • Manage a varied caseload including assessments, child protection, and care planning. • Build and maintain effective relationships with children and families to support long-term outcomes. • Work collaboratively with partner agencies to safeguard children. • Contribute to reflective practice and ongoing case reviews within the team. About You • Qualified Children’s Social Worker with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in children’s services. • Registered with Social Work Wales or equivalent regulatory body. • Experience across safeguarding, child protection, assessment, or looked after children services. If you are an experienced Children’s Social Worker, Child Protection Social Worker, or Safeguarding Social Worker looking for a supportive and flexible contract, this could be the right move. Contact Leaders in Care for more information or a confidential discussion.

Social Worker - Family Support Team

Hybrid working | Manageable caseloads | Strong team support | Career development focus Feeling stretched in your current Social Worker role and ready for a better balance? This Social Worker opportunity offers the flexibility, support, and manageable caseloads that allow you to focus on meaningful work with children and families. Ideal for a Children’s Social Worker or Family Support Social Worker seeking a more sustainable way of working. You will join a service that prioritises relationship-based practice, giving you the autonomy to manage your work while being supported by a collaborative and well-resourced team. Package & Benefits • £40,000 - £45,000 per annum plus £5,000 annual enhancement. • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements. • Manageable caseloads capped at 20 to 22 children depending on complexity. • Access to family aides, social care officers, and business support. • Ongoing training, supervision, and clear progression pathways. • Full and part-time positions available. About the Company This organisation is committed to delivering strength-based services where relationships are at the centre of practice. Teams are structured to provide consistent support to families, with a focus on long-term outcomes, stability, and collaborative working across services. Key Responsibilities • Manage and review care plans for children receiving support, including those on child protection plans. • Work with families to build resilience and reduce risks through network engagement. • Provide consistent support to families throughout pre-proceedings and court processes. • Contribute to long-term planning that improves outcomes for children and young people. About You • Qualified Social Worker with relevant experience in children and families services. • Registered with Social Work Wales. • Experience managing child protection and care planning cases. If you are an experienced Social Worker, Children’s Social Worker, or Family Support Social Worker looking for a role that supports both your career and wellbeing, this could be the right move. Contact Leaders in Care for more information or a confidential discussion.

Social Worker | Children & Families

Stable Team | £8000 Relocation package | £3000 retention Payment | Flexibility or Condensed Hours | Supportive Management  Are you ready for a fresh start this year? We are currently working with an 'Outstanding' Ofsted authority based in the Gloucestershire area, where they are passionate about social work and are looking for like minded experienced workers to join their teams as a Locality worker.  Why Work With this Council? Competitive Salaries & Progression: Social Worker: £35,235–£37,938 Advanced Social Worker: £39,513–£42,708 Senior Social Worker: £43,693–£46,731 Progress your career when you’re ready—no waiting for vacancies Generous Benefits Package: £3,000 recruitment and retention payments. Up to £8,000 relocation support. Reimbursement of Social Work England registration fees. Flexible working and secondment opportunities. Work-Life Balance: Genuine flexibility to support your needs. What You’ll Do: Join a  Children & Families team in Gloucester where you’ll support vulnerable children and families. Handle Child Protection, Children in Need, and early Looked After Children cases. Develop creative, child-centred solutions to achieve positive outcomes. Work within a collaborative and innovative environment that values your ideas. What We’re Looking For: Qualified Social Workers registered with Social Work England (ASYE-qualified or experienced). Passionate professionals ready to embrace challenge, innovate, and make an impact. A driving licence and access to a vehicle for travel within the region. This council offer clear career pathways for development if you are looking to grow your career in the area, aligning your culture fits for the next role. They offer staff time, freedom and support to explore new and better ways of doing things to ensure you maximise our capabilities within the role.  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 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

Calling All Wales Social Workers

Calling all Wales Based Social Workers If you're reading this, 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 Wales, offering various roles (including Child Protection, Referral & Assessment, and more) with some roles paying over £40/h+. 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, providing you with precise details about your potential workload.    Lack of Flexibility? Let's discuss your ideal working patterns. We negotiate terms that suit you, ensuring no surprises when you start.   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 goal is to help you get the most out of your work, enabling you to deliver the best service to the vulnerable people you became a social worker to help. If you're interested, please contact Leo by sending your CV to leo@leadersincare.co.uk or call 0161 249 8195. Know someone who might be a fit? We offer a market-leading referral fee of £500 per placement. Just reach out! Requirements: Registration with Social Care Wales Social Care Qualification

Social Worker - Child Protection

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: 07893 947799 Email: leo@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 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!3 As this is a statutory role, you do require a social work qualification & registration to Social Work England.

Social Workers in the Northwest Required!

Calling all social workers in the North West!  Tired of being thrown into a contract with little or no support? Is it you bringing jobs to your agency with nothing in return? Here at Leaders in Care we work differently to any other agency, and we endeavour to support and supplement our social workers in contracts wherever possible! Across the Northwest, Leaders in Care have access to several roles in several different authorities, where you can take advantage of our exclusive rates and loyalty bonus. Leaders in Care won’t submit your CV and forget about you, we have one to one conversations with decision makers to ensure the role is just a good fit for you as you are for them – meaning flexibility is negotiated off the bat with 6 months contracts offered, condensed working weeks available or even part time hours and job shares available to work around your needs! Dedicated, experienced Consultant Access to the best Jobs and working patterns Continued supported in Contracts If you are a social worker based in the Northwest there is no better time to get in touch and connect with us, we’re keen to reach out to as many social workers in the area as possible to share what we can do for you in your next role and the support we offer therein! If you would like to know more, send your CV to leo@leadersincare.co.uk , or call 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 

Senior Social Worker | Child Protection

 FLEXIBLE Working | Long Contracts into 2026 Beat the new year rush and settle into this flexible Child protection team in Greater Manchester! Want to work with an authority that grants you freedom and flexibility?  Leaders in Care are working with a council located in the Greater Manchester area, we're in search of  an experienced social worker to join the Child Protection team, for a competitive pay rate of £40 per hour - quick starts available and independent working / managing your diary is encouraged - as well as the new norm of flexible WFH arrangements.   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! 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.

Social Worker | Assessment Team

  FLEXIBLE Working | Long Contracts  Want to work with an authority that grants you freedom and flexibility?  Leaders in Care are working with a council located in the Greater Manchester area, we're in search of  an experienced social worker to join the Duty & Assessment team, for a competitive pay rate of £40 per hour - quick starts available and independent working / managing your diary is encouraged - as well as the new norm of flexible WFH arrangements.   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! 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.