At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct assessments and develop care plans for older adults, ensuring their independence and dignity.
- Company: Caerphilly Council, dedicated to supporting the community's older population.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible working, wellbeing sessions, and birthday gifts after one year.
- Other info: Flexible working pattern with a supportive team and opportunities for career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of older adults while growing your social work skills.
- Qualifications: Qualified Social Worker with experience in adult assessment and care management.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 38000 £ per year.
Our client is looking for an experienced Adult Social Worker to join their Older People's team, with bases across South, North and East Caerphilly (Ystrad Mynach and Rhymney). This is a well-established statutory role delivering assessment and care management services to adults requiring care and support to maximise their independence and dignity.
About the Role
The post holder will carry out holistic assessments of need and risk, develop and review care and support plans, and work in partnership with health colleagues — including Community Nurses, Community Psychiatric Nurses and the LHB Complex Care Team — to ensure integrated service delivery. The role involves direct work with individuals, families and carers, contributing to multi-agency decision-making forums and managing a varied caseload with supervision and support. There may also be occasional opportunities to deputise for the Senior Social Worker or Team Manager, and to mentor students or newly appointed staff. The role is predominantly community-based, with some lone working in clients' homes and community settings. A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle insured for business use is essential.
Working Pattern
An average of 3 days in the office and 2 days remote, with flexibility required.
What We’re Looking For
- Qualified Social Worker — Diploma or Degree in Social Work
- Registered with Social Care Wales (or equivalent UK regulator)
- Experience in Adult assessment and care management
- Knowledge of the Social Services and Well-being Act (Wales), Mental Capacity Act, MHA and DoLS
- Strong communication, organisation and multi-agency working skills
- Welsh language skills desirable
- Enhanced DBS registered on the update service or be happy to apply for a DBS
- 3 Years of referencing
- Driving licence with access to a car
Benefits of Working for Hoop
- 20 years’ experience of the Social Work market
- Your local agency based in Cardiff
- Welsh-speaking consultant available should you wish to converse in Welsh throughout your job search
- PAYE and Umbrella payroll options available – you choose!
- Dedicated point of contact (support team to cover whilst on leave)
- Twice weekly payroll
- Actively supplying every Local Authority in South/West Wales and South West England
- Refer a friend scheme available
- Birthday gifts (after 1 year in service)
- Wellbeing sessions
Older Persons Mental Health Social Worker - Caerphilly Council employer: Community Care Live
Caerphilly County Borough Council is an exceptional employer for social workers, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional growth. With flexible working arrangements, opportunities for mentorship, and a commitment to integrated service delivery, employees can thrive in their roles while making a meaningful impact in the community. The council's dedication to staff development and local engagement makes it an attractive place for those seeking rewarding careers in social work.
