Senior Social Worker: Intake & Early Assessment Lead

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council; Merthyr Tydfil; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council is seeking a Senior Social Worker for Intake and Early Assessment to lead timely decisions that positively impact children’s lives from first contact. You will manage complex referrals, provide high-quality assessments, and support Social Workers through reflective supervision within a skilled multi‑agency network.

This role offers leadership development while maintaining hands-on practice, with a strong emphasis on safeguarding, early intervention and

Responsibilities

• Manage complex referrals and provide high-quality assessments.
• Support Social Workers and Support Workers through reflective supervision.
• Collaborate within a multi-agency network to ensure timely and appropriate support for children and families.
• Lead safeguarding and early intervention efforts within intake and early assessment.

Skills

Leadership

Reflective supervision

Professional judgement

Safeguarding

Job description

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council is seeking a Senior Social Worker for Intake and Early Assessment to lead timely decisions that positively impact children’s lives from first contact. You will manage complex referrals, provide high-quality assessments, and support Social Workers through reflective supervision within a skilled multi‑agency network.

This role offers leadership development while maintaining hands-on practice, with a strong emphasis on safeguarding, early intervention and