Locality Social Worker

Cyngor Caerdydd/Cardiff Council; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 to 33 days annual leave

Flexible working culture

Hybrid working options

Market supplement of £5,000

Job summary

Cyngor Caerdydd/Cardiff Council in Cardiff is seeking an experienced Child Protection Social Worker. This role involves supporting children and young people through effective assessment and intervention, following a restorative practice approach.

The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Social Work, along with robust safeguarding experience and the ability to manage court proceedings. Benefits include a generous annual leave and a flexible working culture.

Qualifications

• Front-line post-qualifying experience in child protection services.
• Ability to work under pressure and flexibility in routine.
• Confident in court proceedings.

Responsibilities

• Support children and young people through assessment and intervention.
• Work in partnership with families and multi-agency collaborators.
• Ensure safeguarding and child protection priorities are upheld.

Skills

Safeguarding experience

Child protection experience

Assessment skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

IT skills

Education

Degree in Social Work

Job description

About the job

Within the team's geographical area you will support children and young people through robust assessment, outcome‑focused planning and effective intervention to support them in achieving positive outcomes within their families and communities. Working within a restorative practice approach, you will work in partnership with families and multi‑agency collaborators in intervening to address both the presenting concerns and underlying difficulties.

Benefits

• 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.
• With effect from 1st April 2026, these roles attract a market supplement of £5 000 (full‑time equivalent). This payment is reviewed on a 12‑monthly basis.

What We Are Looking For From You

We are looking for experienced Social Workers with robust safeguarding, child protection experience and confidence with court proceedings.

As a child protection social worker, you must be flexible and able to work under pressure.

Due to the nature of the role candidates must have front‑line post‑qualifying experience in child protection services.

A degree in Social Work is essential for this role, as well as excellent skills in assessment and the ability to write concise records and reports.

You will be a good team player and have excellent communication, organisational skills and IT skills.

We are also advertising for Grade 7 Social Workers. Although you are applying for this role, we will also consider you for the Grade 7 post and the linked salary should we find your skills and experience more suited to that role.

Additional Information

These posts are subject to Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced checks.

This post has a requirement for registration with Social Care Wales.

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 possible. 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, acknowledging that children and vulnerable adults have a right to protection.

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.