Children's SM - NSPCC Cardiff

Caritas Recruitment Limited; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Training opportunities

Supportive team

Job summary

NSPCC in Cardiff is seeking a dedicated Children’s Social Worker (SM) to safeguard and promote welfare, ensuring children’s voices are heard and needs met. You will join a supportive team committed to making a difference for vulnerable children.

Key duties include assessing needs, developing tailored plans with families, coordinating with services, and maintaining case records while engaging in supervision and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Recognised social work qualification (CQSW, DipSW or equivalent).
• Registration with Social Care Wales or eligibility for registration.
• Proven experience working with children and families in a social work setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with children and families.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage a diverse caseload.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments of children and families to identify needs and risks.
• Develop and implement tailored support plans with families.
• Coordinate services and interventions with other professionals and agencies.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of casework and interventions.
• Engage in supervision and professional development to enhance practice.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Caseload management

Team collaboration

Education

CQSW or DipSW

Social Work degree

Job description

The NSPCC is seeking a passionate and dedicated Children’s Social Worker (SM) to join our Cardiff team. In this vital role, you will work collaboratively with children and families to safeguard and promote their welfare, ensuring that their voices are heard and their needs are met. You will be part of a supportive environment that values your expertise and commitment to making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children.

Key responsibilities and duties include:

• Conducting assessments of children and families to identify needs and risks.
• Developing and implementing tailored support plans in partnership with families.
• Working closely with other professionals and agencies to coordinate services and interventions.
• Maintaining accurate and timely records of casework and interventions.
• Participating in supervision and professional development activities to enhance practice.

To be considered for this role, you must possess the following essential qualifications and skills:

• A recognized social work qualification (e.g., CQSW, DipSW, or equivalent).
• Registration with Social Care Wales or eligibility for registration.
• Demonstrable experience working with children and families in a social work setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with children and families.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage a diverse caseload effectively.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits to support your professional growth and work-life balance, including ongoing training and development opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and a supportive team environment. Join us in our mission to protect children and promote their well-being in Cardiff.