South West | £42 per hour | Agency Long-Term Contract | £100 weekly wage supplement

If you’re an experienced safeguarding social worker looking for a role where caseloads are realistic, supervision is consistent, and management is genuinely accessible, this council offers a stable and supportive environment to do good work well.

This is a well-established safeguarding service within a highly rated South West local authority, known for its continuity of leadership and commitment to reflective practice. The team prioritises quality decision-making over volume, ensuring practitioners are supported to manage risk appropriately and sustainably.

Why this role stands out

You’ll be working within a service that values professional judgement and recognises the pressures of statutory safeguarding work. Regular reflective supervision, weekly check-ins, and a manageable caseload structure are in place to help social workers remain effective without burnout. Hybrid working is embedded, allowing you to plan your week around service needs while maintaining balance.

Package & Benefits

• £42 per hour
• Manageable caseloads within a stable safeguarding team
• Regular reflective supervision and accessible senior management
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements
• Contract flexibility with immediate starts available
• Weekly expenses - £100 for travel

This is a great opportunity to join a council with a strong track record of supporting agency social workers properly. Senior leadership is visible and consistent, and the service culture is collaborative rather than reactive.

As this is a statutory role, you do require a social work qualification & registration to Social Work England.

To apply, email your CV to Chris@leadersincare.co.uk. Alternatively, please call Chris on 07897 024978 to discuss this opportunity in more detail. We look forward to hearing from you soon.