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Advanced Safeguading Social Worker

Hot Weather | 20% Tax | Channel Island | Supportive Management | £3000 relocation package | Automatic Citizenship!  Looking for a new challenge? Perhaps a fresh start in a new beautiful location (Channel Islands)..  Do you enjoy fast paced work? Working with partners to ensure swift assessments at the very front door of children’s services? Then this move could be the perfect fit for you, we are currently seeking a Safeguarding Social worker to work out in the Channel Islands on a permanent basis with a high salary compared to the rest of the UK.  Working as an Advanced Social Worker you get a capped caseload and have more responsibilities to ensure everything is done smoothly, affectively like an Advanced Practitioner role.  Why not make the move! maybe your family is seeking change? Advanced Social Workers are offered a great starting salary of £68.000 Social Workers are offered a great starting salary of £63.000 The package includes: Relocation support including removals from the UK & £3000 relocation payment  Flexible working arrangements  16% employer contribution - pension  Generous annual leave starting at 25.5 days and increasing to 30.5 days after five years, and the ability to purchase 10 additional days per year provide added flexibility The Council is dedicated to providing timely support for every child, aiming to ensure a happy and fulfilling life. This comes from focusing on continuous improvement, embracing effective social work practices (systemic practice & relational approach), and empowering staff to have a real impact on children's lives. The team structure is carefully designed to support staff with manageable caseloads, including a Team Manager, Practice Manager, and four Social Workers in each team. As this is a statutory role, you do require a social work qualification & registration to Social Work England. Interested in making a move, and settling down in an authority offering long term prospects, settled in some of England’s finest countryside, send your CV to nathan@leadersincare.co.uk 

Social Worker - Children & Families

Senior role | £100 Weekly Expenses | Long term contract | 2-3 days in county | max 15 Caseload  Are you an experienced Family Safeguarding Social Worker looking for a supportive, well-structured team where work-life balance and quality practice truly come first? Leaders in Care are working with a proactive local authority in the South West that’s committed to manageable caseloads, flexible working, and a collaborative culture. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in children’s lives — without the burnout.  About the Role: You’ll be part of a dedicated Family Safeguarding team, supporting families through Child in Need, Child Protection, and Family Support interventions — with minimal court involvement. The authority takes a relationship-based approach, focusing on keeping families together safely wherever possible. What’s on Offer: Up to £100 weekly expenses (accommodation or travel support) Manageable caseloads – genuine focus on quality, not quantity Flexible working – choose your office days Ongoing training & professional development opportunities Supportive management – regular supervision and reflective practice  Loyalty & performance bonuses 6-month contract minimum – with strong potential for extension Easily commutable from major South West hubs Requirements: Social Work qualification & registration with Social Work England (SWE) 3+ years’ experience in Family Safeguarding, Child Protection, or CIN work Strong relationship-based practice and communication skills  Why Work with Leaders in Care? We work directly with team managers, tailoring opportunities around your goals and needs. Whether you’re looking for flexibility, better pay, or a change of pace — we’ll help find your perfect fit. Refer a Friend Bonus: Know another Social Worker looking for their next role? Earn £500 for every successful referral!  To Apply or Learn More: Contact Nathan on 07401 281738 ? Email: nathan@leadersincare.co.uk

Senior Social Worker - Locum

£100 expenses weekly | Senior Role | Workload Manageable | No Micro-mamnagement | Hybrid Working    We’re currently working with a highly regarded local authority in the North Wiltshire area, looking for an experienced Social Worker to join their Family Safeguarding Service as a Senior Social Worker.   Leaders in Care are offering £42 per hour, plus £100 per week in expenses for those commuting from outside the area.   This is a great opportunity to join a supportive and well-managed Safeguarding Service, led by approachable senior managers and a hands-on director who is actively involved day to day. They’re looking for experienced practitioners who share their commitment to providing the best support possible for children and families.   Benefits: Free parking & £100 weekly expenses for out-of-area travel Supportive, long-standing management team – no micro-management Hybrid working: 2–3 days per week in the office Friendly, close-knit team that will make you feel welcome from day one Full induction and training for agency staff – you’ll be supported from the start Stable and flexible contract length Now’s a great time to make a move, and join a team of like-minded professionals who truly care about the work they do.   Our approach at Leaders in Care is different from most agencies – we can give you real insight into the council’s structure, performance, and team culture based on regular feedback from our workers, so you’ll have a clear picture before you start.   As this is a statutory role, you must hold a Social Work qualification and be registered with Social Work England.   To apply or find out more, please send your CV to Chris@leadersincare.co.uk or call Chris on 07897 024978.

Duty & Assessment Social Worker

Assessment Social Worker | Supportive Senior Management | Manageable Caseload | Easily commutable in the South West A great opportunity to join a thriving Duty & Assessment service We're currently working closely alongside super stable Duty & Assessment team based in the South West, for a fantastic opportunity for an experienced children’s social worker their close-knit team.  Leaders in Care are offering £40/h for this role Benefits of the role include: Manageable caseload Longstanding and supportive permanent management structure (based off feedback) Leaders in Care loyalty bonus – which can see your weekly pay increased by up to £100 Close-knit team who'll make you feel valued from day 1  Regular reflective supervision  Secure 6 month contract, with the look to further extend beyond this should you wish   With vacancies within this service a rarety, 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, all with the aim to provide the best care to all children and families involved in the service. 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 - Long Term Team

Manageable Caseload | Long-Standing, Supportive Management | Flexible Working | Regular Supervision   Are you looking for a role where you're genuinely supported and valued — not just by us as your agency, but by an experienced and welcoming management team / service. Leaders in Care are supporting with a highly rated council in the Bristol area, currently seeking an experienced Children’s Social Worker to join their Child Protection team. This roleoffers a competitive rate of £42 per hour and the opportunity to join a fast-paced yet supportive working environment. Perks: Immediate starts available (with flexibility to wait up to 4 weeks for the right person) Flexible working options with option for condensed hours  Ongoing support from Leaders in Care throughout your placement, with weekly check ins to ensure you're happy in work   Why this team stands out: Caseloads are kept manageable and are evenly distributed, so you won’t feel overwhelmed. You’ll be supported by a highly experienced, longstanding management team that truly understands the demands of frontline work. They provide regular reflective supervision and professional guidance — all without micromanaging — so you can work with confidence and autonomy. The role includes: Working on Child in Need cases Managing ongoing care proceedings Conducting thorough assessments Making informed decisions to protect and support children and families While a range of experience will be considered, previous work in Child Protection and court proceedings is desirable. As this is a statutory role, you’ll need a recognised social work qualification and registration with Social Work England. If you're ready for a new opportunity where your work is valued and your wellbeing is prioritised, get in touch today. Call Chris on 0161 240 7897, or send your updated CV to Chris@leadersincare.co.uk.

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.

Senior Social Worker - Children's Services

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.

Advanced Practitioner | Children & Families

Capped Caseload | £6k in welcome & retention | Flexible Working | Career Progression   Children & Families    Are you looking for some advancement in your career, but seem to be held back by your current employers need for your knowledge and skills – meaning you get the complex and high caseloads rather than the advancement you want?   Are you an agency worker looking to step into seniority, or a permanent member not getting the chance to step up? Albeit agency is attractive for many reason (we completely get it!), and staying put in a job you know is comfortable - but what can a change offer you?   These roles sit in their safeguarding team, which take the referral from section 47 through to permanence (passing over if the child needs more permanent support from the council to the CIC team).   You will sit closely with the TM, helping develop practice and supervise students and ASYE workers to promote best practice, with a protected caseload of 8.   Salaries range from £47,731 - £52,250 Locations: Cotswolds, Tewkesbury, Stroud, Forest of Dean, Cheltenham, Gloucester   The package includes: welcome payment of £4,000 an annual retention payment of £2,000 a relocation package of up to £8,000. Flexible working options generous annual leave starting at 25.5 days and increasing to 30.5 days after five years, and the ability to purchase 10 additional days per year provide added flexibility.   The Council is dedicated to providing timely support for every child, aiming to ensure a happy and fulfilling life. This comes from focusing on continuous improvement, embracing effective social work practices (systemic practice & relational approach), and empowering staff to have a real impact on children's lives. The team structure is carefully designed to support staff with manageable caseloads, including a Team Manager, Advanced Practitioner, and four Social Workers in each team.   Interested in making a move, and settling down in an authority offering long term prospects, settled in some of England’s finest countryside, send your CV to Chris@leadersincare.co.uk or call on 07897 024978.   As this is a statutory role, you do require a social work qualification & registration to Social Work England.

Advanced Practitioner - Duty & Assessment

Assessment Social Worker | Supportive Senior Management | Manageable Caseload | Easily commutable in the South West We're currently working closely alongside a highly regarded local authority in the rural South West of England, for an experience Senior SW / AP to join their Duty & Assessment sevice as an Advanced Practitioner.  This is a great opportunity to join a thriving Duty & Assessment service, supported by experienced senior managers who give you the autonomy to manage your own workload how you see fit, meaning you're not limited to office working.  Leaders in Care are offering £42/h for this role Benefits: Manageable caseload Longstanding and supportive permanent management structure (based off feedback) - no micro-management  Flexible working, office 1/2 per week & duty every 3 weeks.  Close-knit team who'll make you feel at home from day 1  A chance to step up from an experienced social worker / Senior to AP  Secure 6 month contract, with the look to further extend beyond this should you wish   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, all with the aim to provide the best care to all children and families involved in the service. 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.