At a Glance
- Tasks: Support Social Workers by managing caseloads and handling administrative tasks.
- Company: Join a dedicated team in Children’s Social Care services in Bridgend.
- Benefits: Part-time hours, flexible hybrid working, and valuable experience in social care.
- Other info: Great opportunity for personal growth and to contribute to community welfare.
- Why this job: Make a difference in children's lives while developing your career in social care.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational, communication, and analytical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to develop a career in Social Care administration. We currently have a vacancy for a part time Social Work Support Officer, working within Children’s Social Care services in Bridgend supporting one of our Social Care Teams. This job share post will be required to work 18.5 hours per week and the working pattern will be:
- Week One - Monday and Tuesday (full days)
- Week Two - Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday (full days)
You would provide a range of administrative support functions working closely with Social Workers within Children’s Services. You will assist Social Workers to manage their caseloads, with the aim to reduce office based Social Worker administration time.
As a Social Work Support Officer, you will assist a small team of Social Workers on a daily basis. Your role will be to proactively assist the Social Workers to manage their caseloads, whilst the Social Workers retain overall responsibility. You will work with the Social Worker and in line with agreed departmental standards and procedures, aiming to relieve the Social Worker of some basic admin tasks.
You will be confident and pro-active, not afraid to use your initiative, with excellent organisation and communication skills. In addition, the role also requires good analytical skills, self-motivation and good multi-tasking skills.
Duties will include:
- Organising and co-ordinating diaries
- Communicating with clients and professionals (verbally and in writing)
- Proactively arranging and supporting sensitive meetings
- Recording information on client records
- Updating chronologies
- Tracking and monitoring caseload information
- Extracting information from various sources
Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees. The council’s Hybrid Working Policy applies to this post.
Social Worker Support Officer in Bridgend employer: BRIDGEND COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL
Bridgend County Borough Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional development. With a focus on multi-disciplinary teamwork, this role provides meaningful opportunities to make a real difference in the lives of adults with complex needs, all while enjoying the benefits of a hybrid working model in a vibrant community setting.
Contact Details:
BRIDGEND COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL Recruitment Team
