Social Worker – Family Support Team | Vale of Glamorgan Council
Are you a passionate and dedicated Social Worker committed to strengthening families and ensuring the well‑being of children? The Vale of Glamorgan Council is looking for a skilled and committed Social Worker to join their vital Family Support Team on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a lasting impact by supporting families to build resilience and achieve positive outcomes.
Salary: £39,428 – £48,421 per annum (depending on experience)
About the Role
As a Social Worker in the Family Support Team, you will play a crucial role in providing support and interventions to families to prevent escalation of concerns and promote positive change. You will manage a diverse caseload of children and families, building strong relationships and implementing child‑centred plans.
* Undertaking comprehensive assessments of children and families' needs through direct work and engagement.
* Developing, implementing, and reviewing robust child‑centred plans in collaboration with families and other professionals.
* Providing practical and emotional support to families facing various challenges (e.g., parenting difficulties, domestic issues, financial hardship), aiming to build their capacity and resilience.
* Working with children and families on long‑term plans to address complex needs and minimise risks.
* Collaborating effectively with multi‑agency partners, including schools, health services, and community groups, to ensure holistic and integrated support.
* Preparing accurate and timely reports for case conferences, reviews, and court proceedings where necessary.
* Contributing to an innovative team culture that embraces strength‑based approaches.
What We're Looking For
* A Social Work Degree or equivalent relevant degree.
* At least 2 years of post‑qualifying experience working directly with children and families in the UK, ideally within a family support or similar statutory children's social work setting.
* Registered with Social Care Wales.
* An up‑to‑date Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service).
Benefits of Working with Vale of Glamorgan Council (Permanent Staff)
* Generous Pension Scheme: Membership to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
* Competitive Annual Leave: A generous leave allowance, with options to purchase additional days.
* Flexible Working Arrangements: Support for a healthy work‑life balance, including agile working and potential for hybrid working (subject to service needs).
* Free Parking: Access to free parking at office locations.
* Comprehensive Training & Development: Regular supervision, continuous professional development opportunities, and access to internal and external training programs.
* Health & Wellbeing Support: Access to employee assistance programs and health support initiatives.
* Staff Recognition Schemes: Awards and initiatives to celebrate employee contributions.
* Supportive Management: A commitment to manageable workloads and approachable management.
Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
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