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Senior Social Worker - Child Protection

Manageable caseloads | Flexible hybrid working | Long-term safeguarding focus | Strong professional support Focused safeguarding work in Merseyside where quality matters more than volume. The Safeguarding Social Worker role gives you the space to build meaningful relationships with families while avoiding overwhelming caseloads. This opportunity suits an experienced Social Worker, Child Protection Social Worker or Safeguarding Practitioner looking for balance and stability. With the Safeguarding Social Worker position, you will have autonomy in how you manage your day-to-day work while being supported by a collaborative team. The structure allows you to focus on long-term outcomes, not just short-term demand, alongside genuine flexibility and ongoing development. Package & Benefits • £40 per hour • Flexible working with office attendance based on your preference. • Minimum 6-month contract. • Access to wellbeing and support services. • Ongoing training and professional development. About the Company This service provides high-quality safeguarding support to children and families across Merseyside. Teams are structured to ensure manageable caseloads and consistent practice standards. There is a strong emphasis on collaboration, reflective practice and supporting practitioners to deliver meaningful long-term impact. Key Responsibilities • Manage a caseload of Child in Need and Child Protection cases as a Safeguarding Social Worker. • Deliver long-term family support focused on improving outcomes and stability. • Work closely with multi-agency partners to safeguard children effectively. • Contribute to assessments and care planning with a focus on proportionate intervention. About You • Qualified Social Worker with experience in safeguarding or child protection teams. • Registered with Social Work England. • Proven experience working in long-term statutory children’s services. If you are an experienced Safeguarding Social Worker, Social Worker or Child Protection Social Worker exploring your next move, support is available to help you find the right fit. Even if your CV is not fully up to date, conversations can start from where you are now. Contact nathan@leadersincare.co.uk or 07401 281738 for more information or a confidential discussion.

Social Worker - Assessment & Intervention Team

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 - Safeguarding

Flexible working | Manageable caseload | Supportive team environment | Meaningful safeguarding work | Up to £48 P/H Make a genuine difference as a Qualified Social Worker where your decisions directly shape outcomes for children and families. This Children’s Social Worker role within a safeguarding team offers the chance to work with purpose, supported by a collaborative environment focused on quality care. In this Qualified Social Worker position, you will benefit from a balanced caseload and flexible working, giving you the space to focus on impactful practice while maintaining a healthy work life balance. Package & Benefits • £42 to £48 per hour depending on experience. • Flexible working arrangements. • Manageable caseload. About the Company This organisation is committed to delivering high-quality safeguarding services to children and families. You will join a team that values reflective practice, collaboration, and consistent support, creating an environment where social workers can do their best work. Key Responsibilities • Conduct assessments and develop effective care plans for children and families. • Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to ensure safeguarding measures are in place. • Manage a caseload, delivering timely and appropriate interventions. • Contribute to court proceedings and provide evidence where required. About You • Qualified Social Worker with a recognised social work qualification and Social Work England registration. • Experience working within children’s safeguarding teams. • Proven experience managing cases within a statutory children’s social work setting. If you are a Qualified Social Worker or Children’s Social Worker looking for a role where you can focus on meaningful safeguarding work with the right support, this could be the right move for you. Contact nathan@leadersincare.co.uk or call 07401 281738 for more information or a confidential discussion.