Overview
We have a full-time, fixed-term position for 37 hours per week until 31 March 2028. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified, experienced Senior Social Work Practitioner to join Pembrokeshire County Council's Family Placement Team within the Social Services and Housing directorate.
Responsibilities
Joining our team will provide opportunities to bring new ideas, develop professionally, and contribute directly to the service to promote a culture of continuous improvement, reflection and learning. We provide a supportive working structure across all social care teams, ensuring you have what you need to perform to the best of your abilities while doing a job you love.
Salary and benefits
* Grade 9 – £41,771 – £46,142
* £2,000 professional competency payment (eligibility criteria applies)
* Contractual hours: 37 per week
* Basis: Fixed Term
* Location: Pembrokeshire (Family Placement Team)
* Benefits include generous annual leave (26–31 days), Local Government pension scheme, flexible and agile working, health and wellbeing resources, maternity/paternity pay, employee discounts, salary sacrifice car and cycle schemes, and relocation support up to £8,000
Employment checks and rights
This post is subject to a DBS disclosure check. Applicants should have the right to work in the UK. Pembrokeshire County Council is not currently accepting applications from those requiring a Skilled Worker visa as a prerequisite to right to work in the UK.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk is a high priority. We are committed to safeguarding, with the Corporate Safeguarding Policy providing the framework for responsibilities and assurance across the Council.
Support & Additional Information
* Please contact the HR Systems Team if you are unable to apply online.
* Please contact the Recruitment Team with queries about this vacancy.
* Local Government NJC terms apply; salaries stated are as of 01/04/2025.
* We may consider existing employees for suitable alternative employment if their post is at risk.
* Welsh language skills are desirable; applications may be submitted in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably.
Job reference: REQAA6694
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Contract
Job function: Other
Industries: Individual and Family Services
Note: This description reflects the information provided and is intended for refinement; the original wording has been preserved in substance while improving structure and readability.
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