An exciting opportunity has become available for a qualified Social Worker to join the Fostering Service as an Assessment social worker, this would include the completion of Connected Person Assessments and Special Guardianship assessments
This is an exciting time to join Cardiff, which is an Authority on the implementation journey that uses strengths based practice in their approach to working with children and their families.
Benefits offered
Cardiff is frequently found at the top of lists of best cities in the UK to live in so come join us and see what we can offer.
* A generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days per year to a maximum of 33 days per year after 5 years, with the option to purchase additional annual leave to a maximum of 10 days.
* Our working culture is flexible, with a flexi scheme allowing you to work to a schedule that suits you
* Hybrid working – supporting you to flexibly deliver your role whether on visits, from an office or your home
This is just some of what Cardiff has to offer, take a look at our Social Work website for more information about all our benefits and hear from some of our social workers, talking about why cardiff is the place to be.
The suitable applicant must demonstrate that they meet the requirements for a Grade 8 social worker in the Fostering service as described in the Job Description and Person Specification.
You will be responsible for undertaken connected person assessments in collaboration with the child’s social worker and contribute to care planning for the child. Be able to offer recommendations not only on the suitability of the carers but on their ability to meet the specific needs of the child(ren) being assessed on the least intrusive legal order. You will also be responsible for proposing a support plan for the carers that ensures that any areas of vulnerability are mitigated through the provision of support services.
What We Are Looking For From You
* A degree in Social Work (or equivalent) is essential for this role and you must be a Registered Social Worker, as well as excellent skills in assessment and the ability to write concise records and reports.
* You will have working experience of working with Foster carers and/or Special Guardians and proven knowledge within the legislation and regulations that are relevant.
* You will be a good team player, have excellent communication and organisation skills and have IT skills.
For further information or informal conversation about this opportunity please contact Fostering Service Manager (Nicola.Keating@cardiff.gov.uk)
Additional information
This post has a requirement for registration with Social Care Wales.
This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced check.
Safeguarding and Child Protection are key priorities for the Council. We aim to support children and vulnerable adults to ensure they are as safe as they can possibly be. Our services and schools are committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and vulnerable adults, and will take action to safeguard their well-being, and acknowledge that children and vulnerable adults have a right to protection. This is supported in the general ethos of the Council and all schools.
This vacancy is suitable for post share.
We welcome applications in both English and Welsh. Applications received in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than English applications.
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Job Category Social Services - Childrens
Working Pattern/Contract Type Full Time Permanent
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