Senior Social Work Practitioner – Children’s Services (Grade 9)

Wax Recruitment Ltd; Abertillery; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Senior Social Work Practitioner (Children's Services) is sought by Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council to lead complex assessments, coordinate care planning, and mentor staff in a busy statutory team.

Applicants should hold a CQSW or equivalent, be registered with the Care Council for Wales, and bring substantial post-qualifying childcare experience. Role emphasizes safeguarding, collaboration with families and partners, and timely report writing.

Qualifications

• CQSW or equivalent; registered as Social Worker.
• Substantial post-qualifying childcare experience in statutory children’s services.
• Experience of assessments, care plans and complex reports for various audiences.

Responsibilities

• Chair complex meetings where appropriate.
• Attend team meetings and undertake relevant duties.
• Provide supervision, mentoring and support to staff.
• Identify training needs and liaise with Workforce Development.
• Work with partners to deliver efficient services to citizens and carers.

Skills

CQSW

Registered Social Worker

C-PEL Advanced Practitioner

Education

Diploma in Social Work

Care Council for Wales registration

Job description

Senior Social Work Practitioner (Children's Services) is sought by Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council to lead complex assessments, coordinate care planning, and mentor staff in a busy statutory team.

Applicants should hold a CQSW or equivalent, be registered with the Care Council for Wales, and bring substantial post-qualifying childcare experience. Role emphasizes safeguarding, collaboration with families and partners, and timely report writing.