Social Worker - Looked After Children

Leaders in Care; Newport; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care management firm in Newport, UK, is seeking a Social Worker who values work-life balance and teamwork. You will have a manageable caseload with autonomy, working in a supportive environment that prioritizes well-being and professional growth. Responsibilities include conducting assessments and care planning, liaising with professionals, and maintaining case records. If you are passionate about delivering high-quality care for children, this role may be ideal for you, offering an hourly rate up to £40 and flexible working options.

Benefits

Hourly rate up to £40

Flexible working

Loyalty bonus

£500 refer-a-friend scheme

Market-leading payroll system

Qualifications

• Social Work qualification with full registration with SWE.
• Proven experience in child protection or looked-after children services.
• Strong assessment, decision-making, and communication skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments, care planning, and reviews for children in care.
• Liaise with other professionals to coordinate services and safeguard children.
• Maintain accurate case records and provide reports for court proceedings.
• Support foster carers and residential staff.

Skills

Assessment skills

Decision-making

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Social Work qualification with full registration with SWE

Job description

Overview

Supportive management | Small Caseload | Flexible working | Cases closer to home | High-quality multi-agency work

If you’re a LAC Social Worker seeking a role that respects your experience and work-life balance, these positions in the South offer cases allocated closer to home and the opportunity to work with highly rated authorities. You’ll be part of a team that values collaboration, professional guidance, and meaningful outcomes for children in care.

You’ll enjoy autonomy in your caseload while having access to a supportive management team and regular check-ins. The culture prioritises well-being, professional growth, and effective, high-quality practice within a structured framework.

Package & Benefits

• Hourly rate up to £40 per hour, depending on experience.
• Cases allocated closer to home with flexible working and work-from-home options.
• Exclusive loyalty bonus and £500 refer-a-friend scheme.
• Market-leading payroll system and weekly check-ins from Leaders in Care to ensure your role meets expectations.

About the Company

You will be working with a collaborative, multi-agency team known for high standards of practice and supportive management. The organisation prioritises safeguarding and well-being while fostering professional growth and effective care delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments, care planning, and reviews for children in care, ensuring their needs are met effectively.
• Liaise with education, health, legal, and other professionals to coordinate services and safeguard children.
• Maintain accurate case records and provide reports for court proceedings where required.
• Support foster carers and residential staff, contributing to placement stability and service development.

About You

• Social Work qualification with full registration with SWE.
• Proven experience in child protection or looked-after children services.
• Strong assessment, decision-making, and communication skills with ability to work independently and collaboratively.

If this role aligns with your experience and aspirations, we’d love to speak with you. Contact [e-mail] or call 07401 281738 for more information or a confidential discussion.