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Child & Family Assessment Senior Social Worker

Step up to senior | Mixed & manageable caseload | Regular Reflective supervision | Secure stable contract If you are an experienced children’s social worker currently open to a change, we are currently looking for an experienced practitioner to join a well established Safeguarding service based in the South East of England, as a senior social worker. This council operate using the Child and Family Assessment model, meaning a mixture of short term assessment work, with a long term CIN / CP caseload, meaning you can form positive relationships with children and families and make a real difference to their lives. Leaders in Care are offering £42/h for this role. In this role, you will be joining a strong team who have built a reputation for stability. Also, funding has been approved to ensure stability and peace of mind for you, with a 6 month contract from the get go. Other benefits include a manageable caseload, as cases are split evenly across the service, so you can dedicate the necessary time to each case. You will also be supported by the longstanding management structure and strong team to ensure you feel comfortable in the role so you can focus on doing your best work and enjoying all the island has to offer in your down time. As this is a statutory role, you do require a social work qualification & registration to Social Work England. For more info, call 07897 024978. Or email your CV to Chris@leadersincare.co.uk.

Registered Manager

Trauma-informed leadership | Ofsted-registered autonomy | Stable provider support | Real impact for young people If you are an experienced Registered Manager looking to lead a children’s home where relationships, consistency, and therapeutic care genuinely matter, this role offers the scope and authority to do your best work. You will have ownership of the service, the backing of an established provider, and the opportunity to shape outcomes for young people with complex needs. This Registered Manager position places you at the centre of a trauma-informed, relationship-led service. You will lead a committed team, set clear standards, and create a safe, nurturing environment where children can develop resilience, stability, and life skills. The role balances regulatory accountability with meaningful leadership and long-term impact. Package & Benefits • Salary £50,000–£55,000 per annum, depending on experience. • Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 support. • Health cash plan and online GP access. • Life assurance and flexible pay options. • Cycle to work scheme and gym discounts. About the Company You will be joining a specialist residential childcare provider delivering trauma-informed care within Ofsted-regulated homes. The organisation is values-led, people-focused, and committed to creating stable, supportive environments for both young people and staff. Key Responsibilities • Lead and manage the children’s home in line with Ofsted regulations and internal quality standards. • Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead, ensuring robust safeguarding practice at all times. • Develop, supervise, and retain a skilled multidisciplinary team. • Maintain oversight of operational performance, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance. About You • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare, or willingness to complete. • At least two years’ experience as a Registered Manager within children’s residential care. • Strong working knowledge of safeguarding, trauma-informed practice, and Ofsted frameworks. If you are considering your next step in residential childcare leadership, we would welcome a confidential conversation. Contact Leaders in Care for more information or a confidential discussion, even if your CV is not fully up to date.

Supervising Social Worker - IFA

1 day PER MONTH in the office | Fostering | Career progression opportunities in year 1 | Travel Required Are you an experienced social worker who wants to get into fostering in North Yorkshire / North East England, but opportunities are limited in your current role? This is a full-time post - 37 hours / week Leaders in Care are working with a highly rated Independent Fostering Agency in the North East / Yorkshire, for an experienced practitioner to join their stable service on a permanent basis as a supervising social worker. Although you will be covering the North East / Yorkshire (Richmond, Teesside, Middlesborough, Hartlepool & up to Northumberland), due to their North East office recently closing, you will be based out of the Leeds ONCE PER MONTH, the rest of your week is completely flexible working. As a supervising social worker, you will also be responsible for supporting and managing approved foster carers, providing professional advice when necessary, and contributing to business planning. Additionally, you will supervise Support Workers and Social Work Students. You will work closely with the other social work staff and foster carers to ensure that quality standards are met in all assessments.Ideally you will have prior experience in fostering, however you will be considered with 2+ years experience post qualified in other areas of children's services. Benefits include a generous salary of up to £41,000 depending on experience, as well as a car and OOH allowance. You can expect regular learning and development opportunities to ensure you are developing as a practitioner whilst providing the best care for all involved in the service. You will also get a generous holiday allowance of 27 days. This role also offers a flexible working schedule, with only 1 day a MONTH in the office and the rest from home, allowing you to maintain a great work life balance.  In this IFA there is a real focus on professional development, with multiple opportunities for career progression in year 1 to senior and beyond, as this is where a large number of senior management within the service started also. For this role, you do require a social work qualification & registration to Social Work England. To apply for this role, send your up to date CV to Chris@leadersincare.co.uk. Or call Chris on 07897 024978 if you have any further questions.

Social Worker - Corporate Parenting

2/3 days in county |  £100 a week travel expenses | Supportive Management with long standing staff | Manageable Caseloads | Loyalty Bonuses Leaders In Care have an exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Corporate Parenting Social Worker to join a dedicated team in the South West on a locum basis. This role focuses on supporting children in care, ensuring their welfare, stability, and long-term success. You will work with young people, foster carers, and partner agencies to deliver high-quality care planning and permanency outcomes in line with statutory requirements. Key Responsibilities: Manage a caseload of looked-after children, ensuring their needs are met. Undertake assessments, care planning, and reviews in line with legislation. Work closely with multi-agency teams to provide stability and positive outcomes for children and young people. Support transitions into fostering, adoption, or independent living. Ensure the voice of the child is central to decision-making. Benefits: Flexibility on rate: You will have strong flexibility on the rate which is up for discussion  Flexibility: Work from anywhere, they encourage flexibility however you still need to be flexible to come into the office  Supportive Management - The authority have long standing staff meaning they are supported and enjoy the culture/ethos of the authority Quality service from Leaders In Care - 570 5* reviews don't lie  Quick process - they want someone quickly to start This is a good rated council who offer flexible working to help balance work and personal life. This role is a great opportunity to establish and develop your skill set by being around supportive social workers and truly making a huge difference to peoples lives. As this is a statutory role you are required to have a Social Work qualification and full registration to Social Care England  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