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Social Worker LAC
Job Posted: 2 days ago
Salary: £ 34 - 36 / Hour
Job Type: Contract Temporary
Location: LE1, Leicester, City of Leicester
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Looked After Children (LAC) Social Worker
Leicester City Council
Up to £36 per hour
Leicester City Council is seeking an experienced and dedicated Social Worker to join our Looked After Children (LAC) service. This is a vital role focused on achieving stability and permanency for our most vulnerable children and young people.
You will be joining a supportive team where relationships matter—both with the families we serve and the colleagues we work alongside.
Key Responsibilities
This team is specifically focused on the long-term journey of the child. Your day-to-day priorities will include:
* Progression of Care Plans: Managing the plans for children and young people with a goal of remaining in care.
* Permanency Planning: proactive consideration and actioning of discharge of care orders and Special Guardianship Orders (SGOs) where appropriate.
* Court Work: Expertly handling court proceedings; candidates must have confidence and prior experience in this area.
What We Are Looking For
* Qualification: Experienced Level 3 Social Worker.
* Court work experience is essential.
* Specific LAC experience is highly desired, however, we are keen to hear from experienced candidates with a strong background in Child Protection (CP) or Assessment who are looking to transfer their skills into LAC.
* Active registration with Social Work EnglandBefore You Apply
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