Flexibility | Strong Multi-Agency Hub | Supportive Management | Long-Term Contract | Competitive Pay (Loyalty Bonuses)
We are currently working with a large, well-structured local authority in South East Wales seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their Looked After Children (LAC) Team. This is a pivotal role ensuring stability, permanency, and ongoing safeguarding for children in care, supporting them to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Working within the LAC Team, you will build meaningful relationships with children and young people, ensuring their voices are central within care planning and progressing permanency plans, whether through rehabilitation home, Special Guardianship Orders, or adoption where appropriate.
You will work closely with multi-agency partners including education, health, CAMHS, IROs, and foster carers to support children’s emotional, educational, and physical well-being while fulfilling statutory responsibilities around reviewing and planning for children in care.
Key Benefits:
- Long-term contract offering consistency and stability
- Well-established team with clear processes and manageable caseloads
- Supportive management and experienced senior practitioners
- Ongoing access to training and reflective supervision
- Flexible working arrangements, including remote and hybrid options
- Competitive pay rates
- £500 referral bonus for recommending a colleague
- Priority access to future opportunities through Leaders in Care
- Regular check-ins to ensure your well-being and support needs are met
About You:
- Qualified Social Worker
- Registered with Social Care Wales
- Previous experience in a Looked After Children / Children in Care / Permanency Team essential
- Confident working within statutory frameworks and court processes
- Strong care planning, direct work, and report-writing skills
- Excellent understanding of safeguarding and the needs of children in care
- Able to work effectively with multi-agency partners to secure positive outcomes for children
If you are an experienced LAC Social Worker looking for a stable, rewarding contract in South East Wales, we would be happy to tell you more.
For further details or to apply, contact Nathan:
Call: 07401 281738 Email: nathan@leadersincare.co.uk
