Qualified Social Worker - Children In Care Team - Leicester - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Qualified Social Worker to join the Children In Care Team in Leicester. This full-time locum role offers a competitive hourly rate of £38, flexibility with hybrid working, and opportunities for professional development. As part of a supportive team, you will make a meaningful impact in the lives of children in care while ensuring their safety and wellbeing.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Locum flexibility

Professional development

Impactful work

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Social Worker with relevant professional experience.
• Experience working with children in care and knowledge of safeguarding practices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular visits to children in care, ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
• Engage with children and families to develop, review, and implement care plans.
• Collaborate with the team to improve outcomes and share best practices.
• Maintain accurate case records, complying with requirements.
• Participate in a rotating duty system for team activities.

Skills

Child protection knowledge

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Social Work

Job description

Qualified Social Worker – Children In Care Team

Job Summary:
We are seeking a Qualified Social Worker to join the Children In Care Team in Leicester. This ongoing, full-time locum role offers a competitive hourly rate of £38 and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children. Work within a hybrid environment, balancing office collaboration with the flexibility of home working, while supporting the team with sickness cover and contributing to high-quality care provision.

Perks and Benefits:

Hybrid Working: Enjoy a mix of office and home-based work for optimum flexibility.

Locum Flexibility: Control your work-life balance and gain exposure to diverse professional experiences.

Professional Development: Expand your network, enhance your skills, and face new challenges that strengthen your career.

Impactful Work: Make a real difference to children’s lives while working in a supportive and dynamic team environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct regular visits to children in care, ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
• Engage with children and families to develop, review, and implement robust care plans.
• Collaborate with the wider team to improve outcomes and share best practice.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive case records, complying with statutory and organisational requirements.
• Participate in a rotating duty system, contributing to office-based tasks and team activities approximately one week in every four.

Why Leicester:
Leicester offers a vibrant and welcoming community, rich in history and cultural diversity. The city provides a wide range of social, recreational, and dining experiences, ensuring a fulfilling lifestyle outside of work. Leicester combines modern urban living with accessible green spaces, making it an ideal location for both professional growth and personal enjoyment.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel:
Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and multiple industry awards, we are committed to securing competitive rates in roles that match your skills and experience.

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