The role will include ongoing case management and risk monitoring undertaking of a variety of assessments and the implementation and review of care and support plans - as underpinned by the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014.
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
- Access to the Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan Pension Fund , which is part of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), offering a reputable, secure and flexible pension plan for peace of mind
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.
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About the jobWe are an innovative and creative team from a variety of backgrounds including education, adult mental health, therapeutic, fostering and residential services.
We work together with children, young people and their families in conjunction with a range of professionals to create outcome focussed SMART plans that are child-centred.
We support children and young people who have complex needs associated with their disability throughout the span of their childhood. We work closely with adult services colleagues to ensure a smooth and seamless transition to adulthood. We are responsible for children and young people who receive care and support, care and protection and children who are looked after.
You will be given the opportunity to work with children who have a variety of needs and supported to develop specialist areas of interest. You will be provided with regular supervision, peer supervision, practice development opportunities and a range of training options. As a new member of the team, you will be paired with an experienced buddy and have a comprehensive induction.
You will also be offered a competitive rate of pay and annual leave allowance, generous pension contribution and a market supplement which is reviewed on an annual basis.
What We Are Looking For From YouIt is essential that you are a newly and recently qualified Social Worker registered or eligible for registration with Social Care Wales. You will be committed to the work of children with disabilities in a team focused supportive learning environment.
For an informal discussion about the role please contact Rhian Graham on Tel. 029 20 536400.
Additional informationWith effect from 1st April 2024, this post attracta a market supplement of £5,000 (full time equivalent).
This payment is reviewed on a 12 monthly basis.
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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