At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children in care, manage caseloads, and build relationships with families and agencies.
- Company: Established children's service focused on improving outcomes for young people.
- Benefits: £38 per hour, flexible working, supportive management, and manageable caseloads.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team committed to professional development and effective interventions.
- Why this job: Make a genuine impact on children's lives while enjoying flexibility and team support.
- Qualifications: Qualified Social Worker with experience in Looked After Children or Children in Care.
The predicted salary is between 38 - 38 £ per hour.
- Flexible hybrid working
- Supportive team environment
- Child-focused practice
- Long-term contract opportunity | Commutable from London
If helping children achieve stability, security and positive outcomes is what drives your practice, this
Locum Looked After Children Social Worker role offers the chance to make a genuine impact while benefiting from flexibility and strong team support. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced
LAC Social Worker looking to join a well-established service committed to delivering excellent outcomes for children in care.
You'll have the autonomy to manage your work effectively while being supported by experienced managers who understand the challenges and rewards of working with Looked After Children.
Whether your background is in a
Looked After Children Social Worker or Children in Care role, you'll be part of a service that values high-quality practice and relationship-based social work.
Package & Benefits
- £38 per hour.
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
- Ongoing contract with potential for extension.
- Supportive management team.
- Manageable caseloads.
- Opportunity to work within a child-focused service.
About the Company
This established children's service is committed to improving outcomes for children and young people in care.
The team promotes collaborative working, professional development and a supportive culture where practitioners are empowered to deliver meaningful and effective interventions.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a caseload of Looked After Children, ensuring their needs remain central to all planning and decision‑making.
- Complete statutory visits, assessments and care planning in line with legislative requirements.
- Build effective relationships with children, families, foster carers and partner agencies.
- Prepare reports and contribute to reviews and court proceedings where required.
About You
- Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
- Previous experience within a Looked After Children or Children in Care team.
- Strong experience completing assessments and care planning for children in care.
- If you're an experienced
- Locum Looked After Children Social Worker ,
LAC Social Worker or Children in Care Social Worker seeking your next contract opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
Contact nathan@leadersincare. co. uk for more information or a confidential discussion.
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