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Social Worker - Assessment & Intervention

Supportive front door team | High-impact safeguarding work | Strong supervision culture | Professional development focus Step into a role where your early interventions change lives as a Social Worker within an Assessment and Intervention Team. This Children’s Social Worker position places you at the front door of services, giving you the opportunity to make timely, meaningful decisions that shape better outcomes for children and families. As a Social Worker in this team, you will be trusted to manage your work with autonomy while benefiting from a culture that prioritises supervision, continuous learning, and collaborative practice. This is a setting designed to help you grow while delivering high-quality safeguarding work. Package & Benefits •£40 per hour. Manageable caseload.  Long term contract. Flexible working with the ability to manage your own diary.  Opportunity to work within a newly formed team. About the organisation delivers child-focused services through a values-led approach, placing emphasis on integrity, inclusion, and strong partnership working. The team environment is supportive and forward-thinking, encouraging reflective practice and continuous improvement in outcomes for children and families. Key Responsibilities  Undertake assessments and develop outcome-focused plans that balance risk and need.  Build effective relationships with children and families to ensure their voices inform care planning.  Work in partnership with multi-agency professionals to deliver coordinated safeguarding interventions. Maintain accurate records and contribute to service improvement and audit processes About You • Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England. • Experience within children’s services, ideally in assessment or safeguarding teams. • Proven experience managing statutory casework within a local authority setting. If you are a Social Worker, Children’s Social Worker, or Assessment Social Worker seeking a role where your early interventions truly matter, this could be your next move. Contact nathan@leadersincare.co.uk or call 07401 281738 for more information or a confidential discussion.

Social Worker - Children with DIsabilities

42ph | £90 a week expenses | Children with Disabilities Team | South Coast | Flexible Working | Long-Term Contract | Manageable Caseloads Are you an experienced Children's Social Worker looking for your next Children with Disabilities (CWD) contract with excellent pay, flexible working arrangements, and a manageable caseload? We are currently working with a well-established South Coast local authority seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their Children with Disabilities Team on a long-term basis. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive service that prioritises relationship-based practice, high-quality assessments, and positive outcomes for children and young people with disabilities and their families. Working within the CWD Team, you will support children and young people with complex needs, ensuring they receive appropriate services, safeguarding support, and tailored care plans to maximise their wellbeing and development. The service benefits from experienced management, strong team stability, and a collaborative working environment. Package & Benefits £42 per hour Long-term contract providing stability and security Flexible hybrid working arrangements Manageable caseloads allowing for high-quality practice Supportive and accessible management team Stable service with strong team retention Regular supervision and ongoing professional support Opportunity to work within a well-established Children with Disabilities service About the Service You will be joining a dedicated Children with Disabilities Team committed to improving outcomes for children and young people with a range of complex needs and disabilities. The service places a strong emphasis on child-centred practice, partnership working with families, and ensuring children have access to the support and resources they need to thrive. Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of children and young people with disabilities and complex needs Undertake Child and Family Assessments and statutory assessments Complete Care Act and Short Break assessments where appropriate Develop, implement, and review child-centred care and support plans Work closely with families, schools, health professionals, and partner agencies Assess and manage safeguarding concerns in line with statutory guidance Support children in need, child protection, and looked after children processes where required Prepare high-quality reports, assessments, and court documentation when necessary Ensure the voices of children and young people remain central to all planning and decision-making About You Qualified Social Worker Registered with Social Work England Recent experience within a Children with Disabilities, Safeguarding, Child in Need, or Assessment Team Strong knowledge of legislation relating to children with disabilities and safeguarding Experience working with children and young people with complex needs Excellent assessment, care planning, and relationship-based practice skills Ability to build effective partnerships with families and multi-agency professionals If you're considering a move, looking for a long-term contract, or simply want to find out more about this opportunity, we'd be happy to arrange a confidential discussion. Contact Nathan on 07401 281738 or email nathan@leadersincare.co.uk for more information.

Social Worker - Court Team

£100 a week expenses | 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.

Social Worker - Duty & Assessment

£42 per Hour | Flexible Hybrid Working | Low Caseloads | 6-Month Minimum Contract Are you an experienced Duty & Assessment Social Worker looking for a role with manageable caseloads, flexible working arrangements, and strong management support? We're currently working with a well-regarded West Country ocal authority that is actively recruiting experienced Social Workers into its Duty & Assessment Service. The authority is committed to maintaining low caseloads, enabling practitioners to complete high-quality assessments and make informed decisions that achieve positive outcomes for children and families. This is an excellent opportunity for social workers seeking a better work-life balance while continuing to develop professionally within a supportive and well-structured team environment. The Role You will be responsible for carrying out timely assessments and interventions, including: Completing Child and Family Assessments Responding to referrals and undertaking initial visits Managing duty responsibilities and safeguarding concerns Conducting Section 47 enquiries where required Risk assessment and decision-making Multi-agency partnership working Progressing cases to the most appropriate service pathway Working closely with children, families, and partner agencies The service has clear processes in place and benefits from supportive management oversight, helping practitioners focus on effective frontline practice. What's on Offer? £42 per hour £150 weekly accommodation bonus Flexible hybrid working Choose your office days Low and manageable caseloads Minimum 6-month contract Access to high-quality training and development Supportive management team Wellbeing and employee support services Easily commutable South Coast location Loyalty bonus available (contact for details) Why Apply? With increasing pressures across children's services, opportunities offering genuine flexibility, lower caseloads, and strong support are becoming increasingly difficult to find. We work directly with hiring managers, allowing us to match social workers with roles that fit their preferred working style, experience, and career goals. Whether you're looking for better support, greater flexibility, or a fresh challenge, we'd be happy to discuss how this opportunity could work for you. Referral Bonus: Know another Social Worker looking for their next contract? Receive £500 for every successful referral that we place. Requirements Qualified Social Worker Current Social Work England registration Previous experience within a Duty & Assessment, Referral & Assessment, or Front Door service Strong assessment and risk management skills For a confidential discussion about this role, or to hear about other opportunities available nationwide, contact Nathan today: ? 07401 281738 ? nathan@leadersincare.co.uk