Childrens Social Worker – Child in Need/Protection – Leicester City – £38 ph

TN United Kingdom; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Childrens Social Worker in Leicester, where you'll be part of a dedicated team focused on child protection and support. This role offers hybrid working arrangements, competitive pay, and opportunities for professional development. You'll manage a caseload of around 20 cases, with the flexibility to work from home while maintaining strong team collaboration. With access to extensive training resources and support from experienced consultants, this position is perfect for those looking to make a real difference in children's lives while advancing their careers in social work.

Benefits

Competitive Pay Rate

Hybrid Working Arrangements

Supportive Team

Regular Supervision

Professional Development Opportunities

Access to Training Resources

Long-term Contracts

Parking Expense Reimbursement

Free DBS Services

Referral Bonuses

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with at least 2 years of post-qualification experience.
• Registered with Social Work England and eligible to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Work within the Children In Need Team managing approximately 20 cases.
• Provide support and supervision while ensuring compliance with child protection standards.

Skills

Child Protection

Court Work

Social Work Registration

Driving License

Education

Degree in Social Work

Job description

Childrens Social Worker – Child in Need/Protection – Leicester City – £38 ph, Leicester

Job Details:

• Location: Leicester City
• Job Category: Other
• EU work permit required: Yes
• Job Reference: 4212421e1918
• Job Views: 3
• Posted: 05.05.2025
• Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description:

A Childrens Social Worker is needed to join Leicestershire’s Child in Need/Protection Service. This role offers the opportunity to be part of a dedicated and supportive team.

Benefits include:

• Competitive pay rate
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Supportive team recognised by Ofsted
• Regular supervision and support
• Opportunities for professional development
• Training resources access
• Long-term contracts available

Role Details:

Working within the Children In Need (CIN) Team, ideally qualified for at least 2 years. Experience with court work and child protection is preferred, as these are our most demanding areas, with over 50% of staff being newly qualified. The role involves hybrid working, with team presence on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, but schedules are flexible based on team manager decisions. Caseloads are approximately 20 cases. Parking expenses are reimbursed for staff using local car parks. The office is located at Halford House, Charles Street, Leicester. Cases are primarily within Leicester city, with some outside the city depending on case placements.

Requirements for Social Workers:

• Hold a Social Work England registration
• Eligible to work in the UK
• Hold a full UK driving license
• Post-qualification experience
• Degree or equivalent in Social Work
• Access to a twice-weekly payroll and internal hours team
• Free DBS and compliance services
• Support from a specialist consultant
• Exclusive role access not available elsewhere
• Free social work training and CPD portal
• Dedicated consultant with social work expertise
• Wide range of social work positions across the UK
• Referral bonuses for successful placements