Social Worker - Adult Safeguarding Team
£41.58 per hour
South Wales
37 hours p/w, initial 3 months contract, hybrid
About the role:
The Adult Safeguarding Team is a busy dynamic Team. The Team deal with Adult at Risk Reports, undertaking Section 126 enquiries in line with the All-Wales Safeguarding Procedures. The Team also provides advice and guidance on safeguarding issues, attends Multi-agency Safeguarding Meetings e.g. MAPPA and MARAC, undertakes suicide prevention work and is a keen advocate developing preventative ways of keeping citizens safe from harm. Using a person-centred collaborative approach, the Adult Safeguarding Team can provide consistent advice and guidance to Colleagues, the Citizens of the area and Partner Agencies, in line with the Wales Safeguarding Procedures.
You would be part of a small, well-supported, friendly team, with fantastic working relationships and an excellent reputation with Partner Agencies. The Adult Safeguarding Team enjoy weekly catchup meetings, ensuring your well-being is always top of the agenda. The Adult Safeguarding Team have regular peer group sessions to discuss cases and debate rationales, to ensure a streamlined approach to the safeguarding work that is undertaken. This also provides opportunities for learning and reflective practice.
The role is exciting and varied. We require a compassionate and knowledgeable qualified Social Worker with 3 years or more experience, with excellent communication engagement abilities. You will require a thorough understanding of relevant legislation and best practice. A commitment to promoting dignity, safety and respect for vulnerable adults
What you need:
1. A degree in Social Work or equivalent
2. Registered with Social Care Wales or able to
3. At least 3 years PQE
4. Completed relevant post-qualifying training
5. Enhanced DBS check
6. Excellent communication and written skills
Why Work with Pertemps Social Care?
We’re committed to making your job search seamless and rewarding. Here’s what our candidates can expect:
Your Own Consultant – Your contact will be a social care specialist who knows the sector inside-out, has great connections across the region, and provides the tailored career advice you need to ensure the next step is the best one for you.
Simple, Online Registration – Our process is designed to ensure your registration journey is quick and straightforward.
Exclusive Roles – you have access to roles exclusive to us
Great Incentives – We have an exceptional referral scheme. Recommend your friends and colleagues and earn an introduction fee of £250. We will pay you £250 if you find your own role
State of the Art Compliance – We use powerful next-generation software to manage these critical processes are as quick, efficient, and stress-free as possible.
Fast, Reliable Payroll – Get paid promptly and securely, every time.
And much more to ensure your job-search is smooth and hassle-free.
Our Roles
We place Social Care Practitioners into a wide range of essential roles, including:
7. Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)
8. Best Interest Assessor (BIA)
9. Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)
10. Looked After Children (LAC)
11. Fostering / Adoption
12. Children’s & Adult Social Work
13. Service Manager / Head of Service
14. Team Manager / Assistant Team Manager
15. Occupational Therapist