Children's Social Worker

Brackenberry; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking experienced Qualified Social Workers to join their dynamic Children's Services team in Cardiff. This role involves managing complex caseloads in Child Protection, PLO, and Court proceedings while working collaboratively with families and multi-agency professionals. The position offers a flexible hybrid working arrangement, ongoing training, and a supportive management structure. Join a vibrant service committed to improving outcomes for children in one of the UK's most exciting cities, where your contributions will make a significant impact on families and communities.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working

Ongoing CPD and training

Supportive management

Access to structured supervision

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years post-qualified experience in children's services.
• Registered with Social Care Wales and full UK driving licence essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex caseloads across Child Protection, PLO, and Court proceedings.
• Engage with families and multi-agency professionals for child-centred interventions.

Skills

Child Protection

PLO

Court Proceedings

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Qualified Social Worker

Tools

Wales Safeguarding Procedures

Job description

Brackenberry is working in partnership with Cardiff Council Childrens Services, recruiting experienced Qualified Social Workers (3+ years PQ) to join their CASP, Child Protection, PLO, and Court teams. Cardiff is one of the UKs most exciting cities and their Childrens Services team reflects that energy: dynamic, supportive, and deeply committed to improving outcomes for families and children across the capital.

Rate Of Pay: £38.15 per hour

Available Teams

• Intake Team managing new referrals, assessments, and short-term interventions
• Locality (Long-Term) Teams working with families under CP, PLO, and Court proceedings
• Child Protection / PLO / Court managing complex safeguarding cases, ensuring child safety and permanence planning

What Youll Be Doing

• Hold and manage complex caseloads across Child Protection, PLO, and Court proceedings
• Work in line with the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014, focusing on prevention and partnership
• Apply the Wales Safeguarding Procedures, ensuring all childrens welfare is a shared priority
• Engage with children, families, and multi-agency professionals to deliver robust, child-centred interventions
• Contribute to Court reports, risk assessments, and care planning, while maintaining accurate case records
• Receive regular monthly supervision, access to training, and support from experienced PSWs and managers

What Were Looking For

• Minimum 3 years post-qualified experience in childrens services
• Experience working within Child Protection, PLO, Court, or Long-Term Locality Teams
• Strong working knowledge of Welsh legislation and safeguarding procedures
• Committed to improving outcomes for children and building relationships with families
• Excellent communication, assessment, and analytical skills
• Registered with Social Care Wales
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle is essential

Why Work with Cardiff?

• Flexible hybrid working blend of remote and in-office work
• Highly supportive management, including two PSWs and a stable, experienced team
• Access to ongoing CPD, training, and structured supervision
• Be part of a vibrant, progressive service in one of the UKs best cities to live in

Please note:

• You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice.
• You should have right to work in U.K full time and unrestricted and able to provide proof towards it.