Social Work Assistant

Sanctuary Personnel; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Professional development

Supportive team

Work-life balance

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel in Cardiff is recruiting a Social Work Assistant to support Children’s Social Care teams. You will assist social workers, help manage small caseloads, and contribute to planning and review under guidance from the Principal Social Worker and Team Manager.

This role offers flexible hours (full-time or part-time), potential premium pay for specialised skills, and a supportive environment with strong work‑life balance.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications and experience in areas such as Youth, Speech and Language, Occupational Therapy, Counselling, or skills in delivering CBT/DBT.

Responsibilities

• Assist social workers and the broader team in delivery of effective services to children and families.
• Manage small caseloads, ensuring each child’s needs are met with empathy and professionalism.
• Conduct assessments and contribute to planning and review processes.
• Liaise with other agencies, professionals, and families to provide comprehensive support.
• Record detailed and accurate information on case management systems.

Job description

Social Work Assistant within Children’s Social Care in Cardiff UK earning £21.60 per hour. Ongoing. Full Time/Part Time options available.

Cardiff Children’s Services are looking for a number of social work assistants to work within a range of teams including Locality teams. Here is your chance to make a real impact, drawing on your skills in a supportive environment. The role involves assisting with the delivery of services under the guidance of our Principal Social Worker PSW and Team Manager.

For individuals with relevant qualifications and experience in areas such as Youth, Speech and Language, Occupational Therapy, Counselling, or those skilled in delivering CBT/DBT, a premium hourly wage is offered.

Perks and benefits

• Full Time/Part Time: Flexibility that works for you, whether you want a stable full-time position or need part-time hours to fit your lifestyle.
• Professional Development: Amazing opportunities for career growth and learning, plus potential premium pay if you have specific specialised skills.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a welcoming team where collaboration and mutual support are the keys to success.
• Work-Life Balance: Maintain a healthy balance with our understanding approach to scheduling.

What you will do

• Assist social workers and the broader team in delivery of effective services to children and families.
• Manage small caseloads, ensuring each child’s needs are met with empathy and professionalism.
• Conduct assessments and contribute to planning and review processes.
• Liaise with other agencies, professionals, and families to provide comprehensive support.
• Record detailed and accurate information on case management systems.

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