Job Title: Social Worker – Children’s Services (West Locality)
Locations: Woodfieldside, Ty Gilfach, Ty Pontygwindy, Rhymney
Responsible to: Team Manager
Salary: £287.23 Per day UMBRELLA (£216.82 PAYE)
Contract Type: Full Time - 37 Hours per week - Initially 3 months - potential to extend
Working on behalf of Caerphilly County Borough Council, we are looking for a passionate and skilled Social Worker to join their Children’s Services Team covering the West locality of Caerphilly County Borough. This is a rewarding frontline role working with children and families who require assessment, support, and protection.
You will manage a varied caseload from initial assessment through to longer-term intervention, including child protection, looked after children, and court work. You will be part of a supportive team structure with regular supervision and opportunities for professional development.
The Role You will:
Deliver high-quality assessments and care management for children and families requiring ongoing intervention
Develop and review outcome-focused plans within statutory timescales
Manage a caseload including short- and long-term work (Child in Need, Child Protection, CLA, Court)
Participate in a duty rota and respond to new referrals
Represent the service at Court and Panel meetings, including report writing and verbal evidence
Work in partnership with education, health, police, and other agencies
Maintain accurate and timely case records and data systems
Contribute to service development and performance targets
Demonstrate professional accountability for your practice with supervision and support
Undertake flexible working, including occasional evenings and weekendsFostering Team applicants (where applicable) will also support foster carer recruitment, assessment, supervision, and retention activity.
Essential Requirements
Diploma or Degree in Social Work (or predecessor qualification)
Registered (or eligible to register) with Social Care Wales
Up-to-date knowledge of childcare legislation, policy, and safeguarding practice
Experience working with children, young people, and families
Experience of assessment and care planning
Ability to identify and manage risk of significant harm
Strong report writing and case recording skills
Effective decision-making and time management skills
Experience of multi-agency working
Good IT skills
Full UK Category B driving licence and access to a vehicle insured for business use
Willingness to work flexibly across the boroughDesirable
Experience of child protection and care proceedings
Evidence-based practice knowledge
Presentation and training skills
Welsh language skills
Post-qualifying awards (e.g., Enabling Practice)Safeguarding & Compliance - This post requires:
Enhanced DBS check (Children’s barred list)
Commitment to confidentiality and safeguarding duties
Commitment to equality, diversity, and anti-discriminatory practice
If you are ready to take your next locum role and meet the requirements above, apply today! You can also send me your most recent CV to (url removed) or contact me directly to learn more on (phone number removed). We do offer a referral bonus of £250 and so if you know someone who would be perfect for this role, pass along my details and ask them to get in touch! (T's & C's apply)