Social Worker - Child In Need

Leicester Full-Time 35500 - 44000 £ / year (est.) No home office possible

Job Description

Job Title: Child in Need Social WorkerLocation: Hybrid – Home & Leicester City OfficesSalary: £41,511 – £44,711 per annumHours: 37 per weekContract: Full-Time, PermanentClosing Date: 27 April 2025

Make a Real Difference in Leicester

Join Leicester's Child in Need Team and help support children and families through vital stages of care. You'll progress Child Protection and Child in Need plans, manage care proceedings, and deliver direct work that genuinely changes lives.

Your Role

Complete assessments and direct work with children
Coordinate multi-agency meetings and referrals
Manage care proceedings and court reports
Practice within a trauma-informed and Signs of Safety framework
Maintain accurate records and plan for long-term outcomes

What We're Looking For

Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England
Experience in safeguarding, family support, and child protection
Confident in complex case management and partnership working
Knowledge of trauma-informed approaches and family-led planning

What We Offer

Award-winning learning & development offer
Hybrid and flexible working, including 9-day fortnights
Manageable caseloads and reflective supervision
Supportive team environment and clear career progression

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Social Worker - Child In Need employer: Ackerman Pierce

Join Leicester's Child in Need Team, where you will not only make a real difference in the lives of children and families but also benefit from an award-winning learning and development programme. With a supportive team environment, manageable caseloads, and opportunities for clear career progression, this hybrid role offers the perfect balance of flexibility and meaningful work in a vibrant city. Embrace the chance to grow professionally while contributing to vital child protection efforts in Leicester.