Social Worker, Child Development​/Support

Job Title: Social Worker – Looked After Children Team

Location: Leeds, UK

Salary: £35.00 Hourly

Contract Type: Locum

Duration: Ongoing

Working Pattern: Full-Time

Join the Looked After Children Team in Leeds as a Social Worker and take on a rewarding locum opportunity where you can make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people. This full-time ongoing role offers a competitive hourly rate and the flexibility of locum work, ideal for professionals who thrive in fast‑paced, meaningful practice environments.

• Locum Flexibility:
  Choose assignments that suit your lifestyle while maintaining a strong work–life balance
• Competitive Pay:
  Earn £35.00 per hour in recognition of your expertise and commitment
• Professional Development:
  Access ongoing learning opportunities and practical experience across varied cases
• Varied
  
  Experience:
  
  Build broader skills through exposure to diverse looked after children cases and settings
• Networking Opportunities:
  Work alongside experienced professionals across children’s services

• Carry out comprehensive assessments of children and young people in care
• Develop, implement and review care plans to promote safety, stability and positive outcomes
• Work closely with carers, families and partner agencies to coordinate effective support
• Advocate for children and young people and ensure their views inform all planning and decision-making
• Prepare clear, accurate case records and reports in line with statutory and local requirements
• Participate in reviews, planning meetings and court processes where required

• Major UK city with excellent transport links and strong professional networks
• Wide range of cultural, leisure and green spaces supporting a great quality of life
• Diverse communities and well‑developed children’s services infrastructure
• Strong peer support and collaborative multi‑agency working environment

• Trusted and award‑winning recruitment agency within health and social care
• Excellent Trustpilot rating with thousands of positive reviews
• Access to exclusive locum opportunities not widely advertised
• Dedicated consultants focused on securing the best rates and suitable roles
• Reliable payroll and compliance support throughout your placement

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