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Supportive management | Small Caseload | Flexible working | Cases closer to home | High-quality multi-agency work

If you’re a LAC Social Worker seeking a role that respects your experience and work-life balance, these positions in the South offer cases allocated closer to home and the opportunity to work with highly rated authorities. You’ll be part of a team that values collaboration, professional guidance, and meaningful outcomes for children in care.

You’ll enjoy autonomy in your caseload while having access to a supportive management team and regular check-ins. The culture prioritises well-being, professional growth, and effective, high-quality practice within a structured framework.

Package & Benefits
• Hourly rate up to £40 per hour, depending on experience.
• Cases allocated closer to home with flexible working and work-from-home options.
• Exclusive loyalty bonus and £500 refer-a-friend scheme.
• Market-leading payroll system and weekly check-ins from Leaders in Care to ensure your role meets expectations.

About the Company
You will be working with a collaborative, multi-agency team known for high standards of practice and supportive management. The organisation prioritises safeguarding and well-being while fostering professional growth and effective care delivery.

Key Responsibilities
• Conduct assessments, care planning, and reviews for children in care, ensuring their needs are met effectively.
• Liaise with education, health, legal, and other professionals to coordinate services and safeguard children.
• Maintain accurate case records and provide reports for court proceedings where required.
• Support foster carers and residential staff, contributing to placement stability and service development.

About You
• Social Work qualification with full registration with SWE.
• Proven experience in child protection or looked-after children services.
• Strong assessment, decision-making, and communication skills with ability to work independently and collaboratively.

If this role aligns with your experience and aspirations, we’d love to speak with you. Contact (url removed) or call (phone number removed)  for more information or a confidential discussion