Qualified Social Worker, Child in Need Team, Leicester City Council

Vitalis · Leicester, Leicestershire

Qualified Social Worker, Child in Need Team, Leicester City Council at Vitalis, based in Leicester, Leicestershire, paying £40.00 per hour. This is a permanent role.

Salary
£40.00 per hour
Location
Leicester, Leicestershire
Contract
Permanent
Posted
1 month ago
Closes
11 Sep 2026
Sector
Local Government

About 28% above the going rate for local government

Reference OR-2902

About the role

Qualified Social Worker, Child in Need Team, Leicester City Council 
Pay rate to £40 per hour 
Vitalis are recruiting for experienced Social Worker to work in a Child in Need Team in Leicester City Council. 
 
We are seeking highly skilled Advanced Practitioners to join our Children in Need Service, working with some of our most vulnerable children, young people, and families who require help, protection, and support to achieve positive outcomes.
This is an exciting opportunity to combine direct practice with children and families alongside a key leadership role in supporting and developing practitioners across the service.
They are expected to be in the hub they are based at 3 days a week.
 
 
Don’t forget, if this role isn’t the perfect fit, we’re confident we can find one that is. We recruit across a wide range of public sector specialisms, including:
  • Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)
    • Best Interest Assessor (BIA)
    • Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)
    • Looked After Children (LAC)
    • Children’s Social Work
    • Adult Social Work
    • Service Manager
    • Head of Service
    • Team Manager
    • Assistant Team Manager
    • A wide range of housing roles
    • Careers in SEND in local authorities
 Let us help you take the next step in your career. Get in touch with me today to explore our exciting opportunities!
Contact me on [email removed] or [phone removed] for more information.

Reference: OR-2902 · Posted 1 month ago · Closes 11 Sep 2026 · Listed via Vitalis

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