Social Worker - Child In Need
Type: Permanent
Reference: 223704491
Job Description:
Job Title: Child in Need Social Worker
Location: Hybrid - Home & Leicester City Offices
Salary: £41,511 - £44,711 per annum
Hours: 37 per week
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Closing Date: 27 April 2025
Make a Real Difference in Leicester
Join Leicester's Child in Need Team and help support children and families through vital stages of care. You'll progress Child Protection and Child in Need plans, manage care proceedings, and deliver direct work that genuinely changes lives.
Your Role
Complete assessments and direct work with children
Coordinate multi-agency meetings and referrals
Manage care proceedings and court reports
Practice within a trauma-informed and Signs of Safety framework
Maintain accurate records and plan for long-term outcomes
What We're Looking For
Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England
Experience in safeguarding, family support, and child protection
Confident in complex case management and partnership working
Knowledge of trauma-informed approaches and family-led planning
What We Offer
Award-winning learning & development offer
Hybrid and flexible working, including 9-day fortnights
Manageable caseloads and reflective supervision
Supportive team environment and clear career progression
Contact Phil Puaca at Ackerman Pierce on (phone number removed) or
