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Senior Safeguarding Social Worker

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 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 - Children & Families

Regular Reflective Supervision | Manageable Caseload | Longstanding Supportive Senior Management    If you're an experienced childrens Social Worker feeling stagnant in your current role, it may be time for a change..   We are currently working with a highly rated council based in the South West for an experienced social worker to join their well established  Family Safeguarding service. This is a great opportunity to join a council that really aims to provide a relaxed team atmosphere for their social workers.  This is done through opportunities for flexible hybrid working, meaning you can plan your schedule and won’t be limited to working in the office all week, which will allow you to manage your time in a way that suits you. You can also expect regular supervision and extra support to ensure each case is given the time it needs.     Further benefits include: Great pay - £42 p/h Super engaged management structure to provide you with quality support Flexible contracts lengths and immediate starts available  Weekly check ins with your dedicated consultant  Hybrid working arrangements for added flexibility   Our excellent relationship with this council means we are always on hand to provide ongoing support whenever you may need it, we want to do what’s right by you to ensure you are happy for the entirety of your time at work with us.   As this is a statutory role, you do require a social work qualification & registration to Social Work England.   To apply, simply email your CV to Chris@leadersincare.co.uk. Alternatively, please call Chris on 07897 024978 to discuss this opportunity in more detail. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

Advanced Practitioner - Children with Disabilities

Regular Reflective Supervision | Stable Team & Management | Manageable Caseload | Hybrid | Career Progression Opportunities   Are you keen to progress your career as a practitioner in children's services, but finding opportunities with your current employer limited?  Annual salary - up to £51,356   We're partnered with a reputable South West Council, on a great opportunity for an experienced practitioner to join the Children with Disabilities team as an Advanced Practitioner on a permanent basis.   The team is a small one, but with a strong reputation for stability, with vacancies rarely cropping up within the service. This close-knit team is supported by a super supportive senior management structure, who are all with the authority on a permanent basis and will endeavor to make you feel at home from day 1 – giving you time to settle in and focus on building relationships with the children and families involved in the service, as well as the team around you.   The package also includes:  Relocation up to £8000 Generous annual leave  Flexible working options - to help keep a good work life balance No micro-management (based off feedback) - full trust and professional autonomy  Learning and development opportunities - career progression Regular reflective supervision  Free parking    The CwD service is very stable, so you can expect a manageable workload, with a protected caseload as well as leadership responsibilities. You will support quality assurance through staff development, and provide supervision and guidance to newly qualified staff and non-social work staff.   This council seeking someone who wants to continue to progress their career, with a very much realistic route into management and regular opportunities for further career progression on offer. Also, many of the existing senior management team have progressed through the ranks, so the progression is there to see!   As this is a statutory role, you do require a social work qualification & registration to Social Work England.   If you would like to hear more about this opportunity, please call Chris on 0161 240 7897. Or email your up to date cv to Chris@leadersincare.co.uk.

Supervising Social Worker - Fostering Opportunity

Career Progression Opportunites | Supportive Management | Flexible Working | 9 Day Fortnight Are you an experienced social worker looking to get into Fostering, but finding opportunities are limited in your current role? We're currently working with a highly rated council based in on the South Coast of England, for an experienced practitioner to join their established service as a Supervising Social Worker. As a supervising social worker, you will also be responsible for supporting and managing approved foster carers, assessing special guardians and ensuring support plans are in place, working with children’s social workers to achieve permanence, either through long term fostering or special guardianship. Benefits include a competitive salary of up to £46,141, as well as a hybrid working pattern, the managers are also always open to discussions on flexible working arrangements, including opportunities for condensed hours and 9-day fortnights to make sure you’re maintaining that all important work life balance. This council are rated Good by Ofsted, and also have great staff retention, with vacancies in the service a rarity. They have a real focus on professional development, with regular career progression opportunities within the first 12-months should you wish.  For this role, you do require a social work qualification & registration to Social Work England. To apply for this role, send your CV to Chris@leadersincare.co.uk. Or call Chris on 07897 024978 for some more info.

Registered Home Manager

Small, values-led provider | Genuine autonomy from day one | Build a home properly | Long-term, ethical focus If you’re an experienced Registered Children’s Home Manager who wants to step away from corporate care and build something with integrity, this role offers a rare chance to do just that. You’ll lead a small specialist EBD children’s home that will not open until the right manager is in place, giving you real influence from the very beginning. This Registered Children’s Home Manager role is about shaping a service, not inheriting problems. You will have the time, backing, and authority to establish culture, systems, and practice properly, with decisions guided by children’s needs rather than occupancy targets or head office pressure. Package & Benefits • Salary £65,000–£70,000 per annum. • 28 days annual leave, increasing to 31 days after three years’ service. • Bank holidays included. • Flexible working once the home is established. • Occupancy bonus linked to sustainable, ethical growth. • Competitive employee benefits package. • Ongoing guidance and support from an experienced Responsible Individual. About the Company You’ll be joining a small, family-owned children’s care provider with a strong ethical focus. The organisation is hands-on, values-led, and committed to building high-quality homes slowly and safely, with long-term outcomes for children at the centre of every decision. Key Responsibilities • Lead the registration and opening of a new EBD children’s home from inception. • Recruit, develop, and lead a values-aligned care team. • Embed trauma-informed, relationship-based practice across the service. • Take full accountability for quality, compliance, and outcomes. About You • Experienced Registered Children’s Home Manager or Deputy Manager ready to register. • Proven experience within EBD or trauma-informed children’s residential care. • Strong working knowledge of Ofsted registration and regulatory requirements. If this is something you are interested in, please contact nathan@leadersincare.co.uk or call 07401 281738 for more information. 

Social Worker - Children & Families

Stable Team | £8,000 Relocation Package | £3,000 Retention Payment | Flexible & Condensed Hours | Supportive Management Are you ready for a fresh start in your social work career? We’re currently partnered with an ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted-rated Local Authority in Gloucestershire that is passionate about delivering exceptional support to children and families. They are now looking for experienced and motivated Social Workers to join their well-established Locality Teams. Why Join This Council? Competitive Salaries & Clear Career Progression Social Worker: £35,235 – £37,938 Advanced Social Worker: £39,513 – £42,708 Senior Social Worker: £43,693 – £46,731 Progression is based on your development and readiness — not vacancy availability. Excellent Benefits Package £3,000 recruitment and retention payment Up to £8,000 relocation support Social Work England registration fees reimbursed Flexible working arrangements and condensed hours Secondment and development opportunities Supportive leadership and manageable caseloads Genuine Work-Life Balance This authority understands the importance of flexibility and wellbeing, offering working arrangements that support both your professional and personal life. The Role As part of the Children & Families Locality Team in Gloucester, you will: Manage Child Protection, Children in Need, and early Looked After Children cases Build strong relationships with children and families to achieve positive outcomes Deliver creative, child-focused interventions Work within a collaborative and innovative environment where your ideas are valued What We’re Looking For

Team Manager Adult Hospital Discharge

Management Opportunity | Stable Permanent Role | Supportive Leadership Culture   Ready to take the next step in your career and lead from the front? This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Social Worker or Team Manager to step into a pivotal leadership role within a Transfer of Care / Hospital Discharge Service.   You’ll also benefit from hybrid working, with the flexibility to work from home up to two days per week – helping you maintain a healthy balance between leadership responsibilities and life outside of work.   As this is a permanent role we understand how tedious it can be waiting for local authority onboarding process to be finalised, that's why we not only do all the liaising on your behalf with managers, but we also work to help get you into your new role as fast as possible.   In this role, you’ll oversee a busy service supporting safe and timely discharges across a 200-bed pathway. You’ll play a key role in allocating cases, monitoring performance, and ensuring that assessments and reviews are completed within expected timeframes – including 14–28 day assessments and 6–12 week reviews.   This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll guide and support your team through a light-touch triage system, ensuring workflows are efficient and outcomes remain person-centred. You’ll be instrumental in maintaining high standards of practice while supporting staff with decision-making, prioritisation, and complex cases.   You’ll be working alongside a strong multidisciplinary network, helping to drive effective discharge planning and ensuring individuals are supported to return home safely with the right level of care in place.   You’ll join a service that values collaboration, structure, and supportive management – where your leadership style can make a real difference to both team morale and service delivery.   Interested? We’d love to chat! ? georgia@leadersincare.co.uk ? 0121 651 1629   Know someone who’d be a great fit? Refer them and earn £500 if they’re successfully placed!   As this is a statutory role, you must be a qualified Social Worker and registered with Social Work England, with experience in supervising or managing within adult social care.