Qualified Social Worker - Adult Services

neway international; Trebanog; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Wales is seeking a Qualified Social Worker to support adults with complex and long-term care needs. The role involves managing a caseload, conducting assessments, and collaborating with health professionals. Applicants should be registered with CIW and have experience in adult social care. Flexible working is available, with required office attendance once a week.

Qualifications

• Experience in adult social care with a focus on complex cases.
• Willingness to travel for face-to-face work.
• Strong commitment to promoting independence and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Manage a complex caseload of adults with long-term care needs.
• Conduct assessments and develop care plans.
• Collaborate with health and social care professionals.

Skills

Complex case management

Person-centred practice

Collaboration with health professionals

Assessment and care planning

Education

Registered with Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW)

Enhanced DBS

Job description

Overview

Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council is seeking a dedicated and experienced Qualified Social Worker to join their Adult Services team on a temporary basis. This vacancy is to cover a post pending permanent recruitment and is critical to maintaining high-quality support for adults with complex and long-term care needs. The role is based at Cynon Principal Offices and involves face-to-face work with individuals aged 18 and over, supporting both physical and mental health needs. While flexible home working is available, attendance at the office is required at least once per week.

Responsibilities

• Manage a complex caseload of adults with long-term care and support needs
• Conduct assessments and develop outcome-focused care plans
• Work collaboratively with health and social care professionals
• Promote independence and wellbeing through person-centred interventions
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with statutory duties
• Registered with Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) - essential
• Willing and able to travel to Rhondda Cynon Taf for face-to-face work
• Experience in adult social care and managing complex cases
• Strong values and commitment to person-centred practice
• Enhanced DBS and full eligibility to work in the UK