Children's Social Worker (All Wales Pledge)

Children's Social Worker (All Wales Pledge) – Family Support Team

Are you a dedicated and empathetic social worker passionate about safeguarding children and empowering families? Join our expanded Family Support Teams in the Vale of Glamorgan and help build resilience while making a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people. This rewarding temporary role aligns with the All Wales Pledge, ensuring high-quality, ethical agency support in children's services.

Job Details:

• Employment Type: Temporary (12 weeks, covering vacancy pending recruitment)
• Number of Positions: 2
• Start Date: 29/09/2025
• Hours: 37 hours per week
• Pay Rate: PAYE: £28.15 per hour | Umbrella: £36.16 per hour
• Location: Barry

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a mixed caseload of up to 20-22 children, including those on the Child Protection Register, requiring Care and Support, or involved in Care Proceedings.
• Collaborate with families, utilising their networks to minimise risks, develop long-term plans, and promote independence and resilience.
• Engage directly with children and young people, helping them identify what matters and achieve their goals through kind, consistent, and focused support.
• Participate in planning, reviews, and multi-agency work, including liaising with family aides, social care officers, and business support.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding legislation, such as the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014, while maintaining accurate records and contributing to court proceedings as needed.
• Travel across the Vale as required to deliver services from the Docks Office base.

What We Offer:

• A supportive, expanded team environment with manageable caseloads and practical assistance from family aides and administrative support.
• Opportunities for meaningful relationships with children, families, and partners in a strengths-based, family-centred approach.
• Contribution to vital children's services under the All Wales Pledge, promoting ethical recruitment and quality care.
• A collaborative culture focused on work-life balance and professional growth in a dynamic coastal community.

Requirements:

• Essential: Qualified social worker with registration on Social Care Wales.
• Essential: Proven experience in children's social work, particularly child protection, family support, and managing complex caseloads.
• Essential: Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and ability to build trusting relationships with children, families, and multi-agency partners.
• Desirable: Knowledge of the All Wales Pledge principles and familiarity with Welsh Government safeguarding policies.
• Must have: Eligibility to work in the UK, Confidentiality Agreement, Enhanced DBS; 3 years of references/work history required upon offer acceptance.
• Ability to travel within the Vale of Glamorgan.

Apply Today! Ready to support families and protect futures in the Vale? Contact Network Recruitment Wales at 01443 230222 or visit https://www.networkrecruitmentwales.co.uk/nrw-people/ to submit your application. Don’t miss this chance to join a compassionate team!

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