Social Worker - Corporate Parenting

Leaders In Care Ltd; Epping Forest; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Epping Forest is seeking experienced Social Workers for their Corporate Parenting service. This exciting role involves carrying out statutory work, assessments, and ensuring the welfare of looked-after children. The ideal candidate will have a social work qualification, SWE registration, and at least a year of experience in children's services. The position offers a salary of up to £50,000, an £8,000 welcome bonus, and support for continuous professional development.

Benefits

Annual Leave: Up to 32 days

Occupational Sickness Pay

Family Friendly Policies

Pension: LGPS

Cycle to Work

Sodexo discounts

Season ticket loans

Qualifications

• Qualified social worker with a passion for making a difference.
• At least 1 year’s post-qualifying experience in children’s services.

Responsibilities

• Carry out statutory work with looked-after children.
• Complete assessments and care planning.
• Attend court and prepare reports.

Skills

Strong understanding of legislation

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork

Education

Social work qualification

SWE registration

Job description

Corporate Parenting | Growth Bonus | Supportive Management | £8000 welcome bonus

Leaders in Care are recruiting experienced Social Workers on behalf of a progressive local authority’s Corporate Parenting service.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive, forward-thinking team dedicated to improving outcomes for children in care. If you're a qualified social worker with a passion for making a difference, this role offers career development and meaningful impact.

What you’ll be doing:

• Carrying out statutory work with looked-after children
• Completing assessments and care planning
• Attending court and preparing reports
• Promoting stability, safety, and long-term outcomes
• Ensuring education, health, and wellbeing needs are met

What you’ll bring:

• Social work qualification and SWE registration
• At least 1 year’s post-qualifying experience in children’s services
• Strong understanding of legislation and child protection procedures
• Ability to work under pressure and in a team

What’s in it for you:

• Supportive management and clear progression pathways
• A culture of creativity and continuous improvement
• Commitment to wellbeing and work-life balance
• Training, development, and protected time for social work

Benefits:

• Annual Leave: Up to 32 days based on grade and service length.
• Up to £50,000 Salary
• £8000 Welcome Bonus
• Occupational Sickness Pay: Up to 6 months full and half pay depending on service.
• Family Friendly Policies: Includes maternity, adoption, shared parental, and premature baby leave at full pay.
• Pension: LGPS with death in service cover (3x salary).
• Additional Benefits: Cycle to Work, Sodexo discounts, leisure discounts, credit union, eye care support, season ticket loans.
• Support for Disabled Applicants: Guaranteed interview if criteria met and adjustments on request.

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