Social Worker – Supported Care Planning Team
Job Title: Social Worker – Supported Care Planning Team
Specialism: Social Worker – Children
Location: Swansea, UK
Salary: £38.43 per hour
Type: Part Time / Full Time (Ongoing)
Social Worker – Supported Care Planning Team within Social Worker – Children in Swansea, earning £38.43 per hour. This ongoing locum opportunity offers both part-time and full-time flexibility, providing the perfect chance for experienced Social Workers to make a meaningful impact while enjoying the benefits of flexible working.
Join a dedicated and supportive team committed to improving outcomes for children, young people, and families. Working within the Supported Care Planning Team, you will play a key role in safeguarding children, promoting wellbeing, and supporting families through strengths-based interventions and collaborative care planning.
Perks and benefits
- Part Time / Full Time: Choose a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and personal commitments.
- Hourly Pay: Earn a competitive rate of £38.43 per hour, with opportunities to maximise your earnings.
- Professional Development: Access ongoing learning opportunities and training to enhance your skills and career progression.
- Supportive Team Environment: Work within a collaborative team that values innovation, reflection, and professional growth.
- Work-Life Balance: Benefit from flexible working arrangements while enjoying everything Swansea has to offer.
- Meaningful Work: Make a real difference in the lives of children and families within your local community.
What you will do
- Work with children, families, carers, groups, and communities to assess needs, strengths, and areas of risk.
- Undertake assessments and interventions using the Signs of Safety practice model.
- Ensure children’s voices, wishes, and feelings remain central to all assessments, planning, and decision-making.
- Complete safeguarding assessments, including Section 47 enquiries, where required.
- Develop, implement, review, and evaluate care and support plans that promote positive outcomes.
- Manage a varied caseload while maintaining high standards of professional practice and accountability.
- Participate in regular supervision and reflective practice to enhance service delivery and professional development.
- Support families to build resilience, strengthen relationships, and achieve sustainable change.
- Promote independence, wellbeing, and positive outcomes through strengths-based interventions.
- Work collaboratively with partner agencies, education providers, health professionals, and community organisations.
- Facilitate the active involvement of children, families, carers, advocates, and support networks in care planning processes.
- Coordinate and review care packages to ensure services meet assessed needs effectively.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive case records and reports in line with statutory requirements.
Requirements
- Social Work Qualification: Degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work.
- Registration: Current registration with Social Care Wales or relevant professional body.
- Children’s Social Work Experience: Experience working within Children’s Services and safeguarding practice.
- Assessment Skills: Strong assessment, care planning, risk management, and report-writing abilities.
- Legislative Knowledge: Good understanding of relevant child care legislation, safeguarding procedures, and statutory guidance.
- Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal and partnership-working skills.
- Signs of Safety Experience: Experience or knowledge of the Signs of Safety practice model is desirable.
Why Swansea
Swansea is one of Wales’ most beautiful and vibrant cities, combining stunning coastal scenery with a rich cultural heritage and strong community spirit. From its award-winning beaches and picturesque waterfront to its thriving arts scene and welcoming atmosphere, Swansea offers an outstanding quality of life. With excellent local amenities, outdoor activities, and a supportive social work community, Swansea is a fantastic place to live, work, and develop your career.
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