Children Social Worker - Care and Support Team - Powys - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Wales; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading social work agency in the UK is seeking a Children’s Social Worker for a dynamic role within the Care and Support Team in Powys. This ongoing locum position offers flexible working hours and a competitive hourly rate. As a Children’s Social Worker, you will complete assessments, develop care plans, and work collaboratively with families and multi-agency teams to safeguard children. Ideal candidates will have a background in children's social work and be knowledgeable about safeguarding procedures.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive workplace environment

Qualifications

• Experience in Children's Social Work.
• Knowledge of Wales Safeguarding Procedures.
• Ability to develop child-centred care and support plans.

Responsibilities

• Complete assessments in line with Wales Safeguarding Procedures.
• Develop child-centred care and support plans.
• Manage a varied caseload and ensure timely record keeping.

Tools

WCCIS

Job description

Children Social Worker – Care and Support Team

Specialism: Children’s Social Work
Location: Powys, UK
Salary: £38.15 hourly
Contract: Ongoing Locum
Hours: Part-Time or Full-Time (flexible)

Overview

Step into a rewarding opportunity as a Children’s Social Worker within the Care and Support Team in Powys. This ongoing locum role offers flexibility, competitive hourly pay, and the chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of children, young people, and families. Whether you prefer part-time or full-time work, you’ll work within a supportive, forward-thinking service dedicated to safeguarding and improving outcomes for children.

Flexible Working: Choose part-time or full-time hours to suit your lifestyle and work-life balance.

Hourly Pay: Enjoy excellent earnings with the freedom and autonomy that locum work provides.

Professional Growth: Access continuous development opportunities to keep your practice strong and up-to-date.

Varied Experience: Gain exposure across diverse cases and multi-disciplinary settings.

Extensive Support: Benefit from guidance and backing throughout your placement.

What You Will Do

Complete assessments and interventions in line with Wales Safeguarding Procedures and the Signs of Safety framework.

Develop child-centred care and support plans in collaboration with children, young people, and families.

Work across Child in Need, Child Protection, and Looked After Children cases as required.

Lead and contribute to multi-agency meetings, including Child Protection Conferences, Core Groups, and LAC Reviews.

Undertake Section 47 enquiries, assessing and responding to safeguarding risks.

Manage a varied caseload, ensuring timely and accurate recording within WCCIS.

Use trauma-informed approaches to build strong, trusted relationships with families.

Partner with education, health, police, and youth services to deliver coordinated interventions.

Maintain compliance with Social Care Wales professional standards.

Why Work in Powys?

Powys offers a peaceful yet vibrant setting with stunning landscapes, rural charm, and a strong sense of community. With an emphasis on collaboration and innovation within children’s services, Powys provides an ideal environment for both personal fulfilment and professional progression.

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