Job Title: Social Work Assistant
Department: Adult Social Services
Location: Cardiff (office-based with travel across Cardiff)
Reports to: Team Manager
Hours: 37 hours per week
Job Purpose
This Social Work Assistant role is based in Cardiff within an busy Adult Services Review Team. You will work closely with the Team Manager and Social Workers to support the delivery of effective adult social care services across Cardiff, helping to coordinate care and ensure support plans are implemented and reviewed.
Key Responsibilities
Arrange and monitor services in line with individual care plans
Provide practical advice and support to service users and carers
Liaise with voluntary and statutory agencies
Complete care plan reviews and reassessments
Participate in team meetings and duty rotas
Follow organisational policies and safeguarding procedures
Engage in ongoing training and professional development
Person Specification
Essential
Experience working with older adults and/or adults with physical disabilities
Strong communication and organisational skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Commitment to equality, inclusion, and empowering service users
Desirable
NVQ/GNVQ Level 3 or 4 in Social Care
Experience working with multi-agency teams or healthcare settings
Additional Information
The role is primarily office-based with occasional visits to service users. A full driving licence and access to a vehicle during working hours is desirable.
This role requires a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of vulnerable adults. Appropriate background checks may be required