Principal Social Worker-Care & Support
Company: Powys County Council
Salary: £49,817 to £51,928 a year
Hours: Full-time
Location: Aberhonddu
Working pattern: Hybrid - 2 days remote
Job type: Permanent
Posting date: 10 Nov 2026
Closing date: 6 Dec 2026
Summary
An additional market supplement premium applies to this role – this will be discussed at interview
Location - Brecon or Ystradgynlais
About the role:
The Care and Support Team works with children, young people, and their families following a Social Work Assessment, where ongoing support and oversight from Children’s Services has been identified. This includes cases involving children who require protection, care and support, as well as families engaged in the Public Law Outline (PLO) process or involved in court proceedings. The team brings together a diverse range of skills, with experienced Social Workers and Wellbeing Workers working collaboratively. Day-to-day operations are effectively
supported by Team Coordinators, who assist with tasks such as organising and minuting meetings, preparing chronologies, and providing general business support. We are committed to fostering the professional growth and career development of every team member.
About you:
- You will provide effective support to children and families, drawing on your enthusiasm and motivation to help achieve positive outcomes.
- You will demonstrate confident and skilled communication, maintaining engagement with families even in challenging or high-risk situations, including those involving hostility.
- You will take a creative approach when working with children, using a variety of tools to help them express their wishes and feelings.
- Be competent in maintaining up to date records and report writing.
- You will need a broad and in-depth understanding of the risks children may face, along with the skills to assess and manage those risks, ensuring timely and proportionate interventions. You will also support the development of family relationships and help identify support networks.
- You will adopt a strengths-based approach to intervention, and experience in applying this model is desirable.
What you will do:
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to high-quality social work practice, ensuring statutory responsibilities are met and organisational policies and procedures are followed.
- Hold a small caseload, focusing on complex cases where risk assessment and management are key. Support colleagues in developing their own risk management capabilities.
- Undertake delegated responsibilities from the Team Manager, including staff supervision and quality assurance of assessments and care plans.
- Lead on professional development within the team by facilitating reflective practice sessions and sharing knowledge in areas of identified need or interest.
This position has a requirement for an Enhanced DBS Check
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Essential requirements
See PCC website for the job description
About Disability Confident
Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.
Principal Social Worker-Care & Support in Brecon employer: Powys County Council
Powys County Council is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to lead transformative economic and climate initiatives in one of Wales' most beautiful regions. With a strong commitment to sustainable growth, employee development, and a collaborative work culture, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Powys while enjoying agile working arrangements and the chance to make a lasting impact through major international events. Join us in creating a legacy that benefits our communities and environment for generations to come.
