Social Worker - Looked After Children - Brent

Caritas Recruitment; Wembley; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job description

Social Worker - Looked After Children (LAC) Team
Location: Brent Civic Centre, London (Hybrid working available)
Hours: 36 hours per week | Contract: Permanent
Salary: £43,299 - £46,512 per annum
Golden Hello: £5,000 | Retention Payment: £4,500

We are looking for experienced and committed Social Workers to join our Looked After Children (LAC) Team in Brent. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a supportive and dynamic service that makes a tangible difference to children's lives.

About the Role:

As a Social Worker in our LAC Team, you will work with children in care, managing complex caseloads, including court and care proceedings. You'll be central to ensuring children receive the support, safety, and care they deserve to thrive.

What We're Looking For:

1. 3 years' post-qualifying experience (PQE) and successful completion of ASYE
2. Strong background in court and care proceedings for children in care
3. SWE registered and a qualified Social Worker (DipSW/CQSW or equivalent)
4. A passion for securing the best outcomes for children and young people
5. Confidence managing risk and making evidence-based decisions

Why Join Us?

1. Golden Hello of £5,000 on joining
2. Annual retention payment of £4,500
3. Manageable caseloads with strong management support
4. Professional development and career progression opportunities
5. Hybrid working (3 days in the office standard)
6. Convenient location with excellent transport links (Jubilee, Metropolitan, Bakerloo, and London Northwestern lines)

Join a borough that values diversity, inclusion, and innovation - where your voice is heard, and your impact is real. If you're ready to be part of a team that puts children at the centre of everything we do, we want to hear from you.

Apply now and help us shape the future for Brent's young people.

Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.