Senior Social Worker (Care and Support)

Powys County Council; Wales; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in Wales is looking for passionate practitioners to join its Care and Support South Team for a 12-month pilot programme. This role focuses on developing innovative service offerings and provides strong leadership support, allowing practitioners to make a real impact in social work. Candidates should be motivated and adaptable, ready to embrace changes for a sustainable future in care and support. An Enhanced DBS Check is required for this position.

Qualifications

• Motivated and adaptable individual ready for change.
• Experience in social work or related fields is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Help shape service delivery strategies.
• Contribute to the development of the new ‘Care and Support’ offer.
• Work in a supportive team environment with enhanced leadership.

Job description

Location - South Powys

Join Our Care and Support South Team – 12-Month Pilot Opportunity

Are you passionate about shaping the future of care and support? We’re offering an exciting opportunity for practitioners to join our Care and Support South Team as part of a 12-month pilot programme designed to transform how we deliver services and respond to increasing demand.

What the role offers

• Be Part of Service Development – Play a key role in creating and refining a new ‘Care and Support’ offer.
• Work in a New Way – Embrace innovative approaches that prioritise quality and outcomes.
• Enjoy Lower Caseloads – Benefit from proposed reduced caseloads, allowing more time to focus on high-quality social work practice.
• Access Stronger Leadership Support – Work within a team with enhanced management and leadership presence to guide and mentor you.
• Explore Career Progression – Two new roles will be created within the structure: Senior Social Worker and Principal Social Worker.
• Make a Real Impact – Help shape strategies and practices that will influence long-term service delivery.

If you’re motivated, adaptable, and ready to embrace change, this is your chance to be part of something transformative. Apply now and help us create a sustainable future for care and support.

This position has a requirement for an Enhanced DBS Check.