I'm looking for an experienced children's social worker to join Leicestershire County Council in their Safeguarding Service based out of Coalville.

This is a 6 month locum position with a high chance of extension.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Qualified Social Worker with relevant degree or equivalent qualification
• Registered with Social Work England
• Experience working with vulnerable children
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Full enhanced DBS

Main Role Responsibilities

• Undertake statutory visits to children in care and who are placed in a variety of settings, including Foster and Residential Placements along with Placements at home with family.

• Manage casework including Court Proceedings, preparing Court reports, statements, care plans evidence and giving evidence in Court.

• Complete a variety of system work including risks assessments, review reports, care/pathway plans, case recordings and essential paperwork.

• Undertake direct work, along with Life story work with children and young people to support their understanding of their journey and to achieve permanency
• Social workers are essential professionals in family group conferences, leading care management meetings and attending wider service/statutory meetings.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in applying for this role please submit your CV via email to or call to discuss the role with me directly.