Looked After Children (Child In Care) Social Worker Please note that only Social Work England Registered Social Workers with Right to Work in the UK will be considered for this role, please do not apply if you are not a SWE Registered Social Worker who has the Right to Work in the UK. Location: Bedford Borough (UK-wide caseload) Rate: Social Worker 37.86 / Senior Social Worker 39.31 (rising after 12 weeks AWR) Contract: Locum - Full Time About the Role Bedford Borough Council is seeking 2-3 experienced Social Workers to join their Looked After Children service - also known as LAC / CLA (Children Looked After) / CIC (Children in Care) / Corporate Parenting teams. This is a strong-performing service that continues to improve following its last Ofsted inspection and is well-supported by management and robust IT systems. You will be working with children subject to full care orders and separated migrant children, managing a varied caseload while contributing to a service focused on stability and positive outcomes. Key ResponsibilitiesManage a caseload within the LAC / CLA / CIC service (target 16 cases)Work with children in care and separated migrant childrenComplete statutory visits, care planning, and reviewsCollaborate with multi-agency professionals to safeguard and promote welfareMaintain accurate case recording using LiquidlogicWhat''s on OfferCompetitive rates: 37.86 per hour (rising to 39 after 12 weeks AWR) 39.31 per hour (rising to 40.50 after 12 weeks for strong candi