Children Social Worker Jobs with Visa Sponsorship UK 2026

📍 United Kingdom
💷 Salary: £39,152 – £44,711 per year
🕒 Full-Time | Hybrid Working
✅ Visa Sponsorship Available

Are you a qualified social worker looking for a rewarding career in the UK? Leicester City Council is recruiting Children Social Workers to join its Child in Need Team, offering excellent career development, flexible working, and potential visa sponsorship for eligible candidates.

What You’ll Do

• Manage Child in Need and Child Protection cases.
• Work directly with children and families.
• Attend professional meetings and make recommendations.
• Support families using the Signs of Safety approach.

Benefits

✅ Competitive salary up to £44,711 per year
✅ Potential Skilled Worker visa sponsorship
✅ Relocation assistance for eligible applicants
✅ Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
✅ Ongoing training and career progression opportunities
✅ Supportive working environment and manageable caseloads

Requirements

• Degree in Social Work, CQSW, DipSW, or equivalent qualification.
• Registration with Social Work England.
• Experience working with children and families.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for Africans in the UK seeking a stable public sector career with visa sponsorship, professional growth, and the chance to make a real difference in children’s lives.

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