We are currently recruiting on behalf of Lancashire County Council for a Qualified Social Worker to join their Child and Youth Justice Service in East Lancashire. This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity for a passionate and experienced practitioner to support young people involved in or at risk of entering the youth justice system. The successful candidate will join a multi-agency team based in Burnley, working across East Lancashire to meet the needs of children, families, and communities. The role is shaped by a Child First, Trauma-Informed, and Restorative approach and offers a strong support network, manageable caseloads, and regular supervision. Key Requirements: Must be a Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England Minimum 12 months post-qualifying experience in a Childrens Services or Youth Justice setting Experience in completing comprehensive assessments and managing statutory youth justice cases Must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle (essential car user role) Able to travel across East Lancashire as required to meet service needs Willing to work occasional evenings and weekends (as per service requirements) Commitment to safeguarding, diversity, and multi-agency collaboration What Lancashire Offers: £36.00 per hour (LTD) Interviews scheduled for 6th June apply now to secure a slot Flexible working arrangements, with community-based and office working Ongoing CPD, training opportunities, and professional development support Excellent team culture supportive manager, collaborative colleagues, and regular supervision Opportunity to work in line with national Youth Justice Board Standards (2019) Direct work with young people, families, courts, and partner agencies Work with innovative approaches in restorative justice and trauma-informed practice Plus, as your agency partner: Access to roles in every local authority across England and Wales 1-to-1 support from a dedicated consultant throughout your locum placement Flexible working arrangements depending on the role Hourly rates of up to £42 per hour, depending on experience and location Opportunities to upskill and take on roles with training and progression £250 referral bonus when you introduce another Qualified Social Worker we successfully place Looking for Something Else in Childrens Social Work? We also have locum opportunities available now across the UK in: Childrens Frontline Assessment Teams Child Protection & Safeguarding Teams Court Work & Care Proceedings Leaving Care & Looked After Children (LAC) Family Support & Early Help Supervising Social Worker roles in Fostering Teams Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) posts Senior Practitioner & Team Manager roles in Childrens Services If you're a Qualified Social Worker looking for your next locum role in Childrens Services, wed love to hear from you. Apply now and a consultant will be in touch to discuss this roleand others that may be the perfect fit for you. You can also contact Jamahl Fuller on 07988 746 266 .