You must demonstrate how you meet the Essential criteria listed in the attached Person Specification in order to secure an interview. Torfaen Children and Family Services has recently restructured, creating two exciting opportunities for qualified Social Workers to join our newly formed Long Term Planning & Reunification Team.
About the Team: We support children aged 0-15 who are subject to Care or Supervision Orders (Section 31 Children Act 1989). Our mission is to provide security, belonging, and a positive future, whether through rehabilitation with birth families, Special Guardianship Orders (SGOs), adoption, or long-term foster care. We work in a strengths-based, outcome-focused way to ensure every child has a clear care plan towards permanence.
Team Structure:
* 1 Team Manager
* 2 Assistant Team Managers
* 10 Social Workers
* 5 Family Intervention Workers
What Youll Gain:
* A supportive, experienced, and committed team environment
* Opportunities to develop your assessment, planning, and intervention skills
* Collaborative work with families, agencies, and partners
* Monthly supervision and peer reflective sessions
* Access to post-qualifying training and wider learning programmes
Working Arrangements:
* Minimum two days per week in our newly refurbished Civic Centre
* Flexible and remote working options available
* Use of virtual platforms for meetings and participation
Why Join Us? We understand the demands of social work and prioritise practitioner wellbeing. Youll be part of a progressive, learning-focused service where your skills and contributions are valued.
You are welcome to submit your application in English or in Welsh. Each application will be treated equally.
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