Children's SW - Early Intervention Team

Rhondda Cynon Taf; Trealaw; In loco; GBP 32.000 - 42.000; Tempo pieno

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Rhondda Cynon Taf Council is seeking an experienced Children's Social Worker to join an Early Intervention Team supporting children, young people and families to achieve positive and lasting outcomes in Tonypandy and across the borough.

You will assess needs, identify risks, develop and review care and support plans, undertake direct work with children and families, monitor progress against agreed outcomes and contribute to safeguarding inquiries, professional meetings and timely case records,

Competenze

• Recognised Social Work qualification and current registration.
• Experience with children, young people and families in statutory or community settings.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and ability to apply assessment frameworks.

Mansioni

• Complete high-quality assessments and contribute to safeguarding enquiries.
• Develop and review care and support plans for children and families.
• Undertake direct work with children and families and monitor progress against outcomes.
• Maintain accurate, timely case records and ensure children's voices are central to decisions.
• Attend and prepare for professional meetings and escalate concerns when needed.
• Provide guidance and practical support to families to access services.
• Collaborate with partners to promote safety, wellbeing and family functioning.

Formazione

Social Work qualification

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Children's SW - Early Intervention Team - Rhondda Cynon Taf

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• Tonypandy, Rhondda Cynon Taf
• Temporary
• Full-time

11 hours ago

An experienced and committed Children's Social Worker is sought to join an Early Intervention Team supporting children, young people and families to achieve positive and lasting outcomes. Working within a strengths-based, child-centred approach, you will assess needs, identify risks and coordinate effective support at the earliest opportunity. You will work collaboratively with children, parents and carers, schools, health professionals, community services and other partners to promote safety, wellbeing and improved family functioning.

Your responsibilities will include completing high-quality assessments, developing and reviewing care and support plans, undertaking direct work with children and families, and monitoring progress against agreed outcomes. You will contribute to safeguarding enquiries, attend and prepare for professional meetings, maintain accurate and timely case records, and ensure that children's voices, wishes and feelings remain central to decision-making. Where necessary, you will respond appropriately to escalating concerns and ensure that relevant statutory procedures are followed. You will also provide advice, guidance and practical support to families, helping them build on their strengths and access appropriate services.

You must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and current registration with the relevant professional body, together with experience of working with children, young people and families in a statutory or community-based setting. Strong knowledge of safeguarding practice, child development, assessment frameworks and relevant legislation is essential. The successful candidate will demonstrate sound professional judgement, excellent communication and report-writing skills, and the ability to manage a varied caseload effectively. A collaborative, reflective and resilient approach is required, alongside a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children and families. A full driving licence and access to transport may be required for community visits. In return, you will have the opportunity to contribute to a supportive early intervention service and make a meaningful difference to local families.

An experienced and committed Children's Social Worker is sought to join an Early Intervention Team supporting children, young people and families to achieve positive and lasting outcomes. Working within a strengths-based, child-centred approach, you will assess needs, identify risks and coordinate effective support at the earliest opportunity. You will work collaboratively with children, parents and carers, schools, health professionals, community services and other partners to promote safety, wellbeing and improved family functioning.

Your responsibilities will include completing high-quality assessments, developing and reviewing care and support plans, undertaking direct work with children and families, and monitoring progress against agreed outcomes. You will contribute to safeguarding enquiries, attend and prepare for professional meetings, maintain accurate and timely case records, and ensure that children's voices, wishes and feelings remain central to decision-making. Where necessary, you will respond appropriately to escalating concerns and ensure that relevant statutory procedures are followed. You will also provide advice, guidance and practical support to families, helping them build on their strengths and access appropriate services.

You must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and current registration with the relevant professional body, together with experience of working with children, young people and families in a statutory or community-based setting. Strong knowledge of safeguarding practice, child development, assessment frameworks and relevant legislation is essential. The successful candidate will demonstrate sound professional judgement, excellent communication and report-writing skills, and the ability to manage a varied caseload effectively. A collaborative, reflective and resilient approach is required, alongside a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children and families. A full driving licence and access to transport may be required for community visits. In return, you will have the opportunity to contribute to a supportive early intervention service and make a meaningful difference to local families.