Social Work Assistant

Sanctuary Personnel Limited; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2 days remote

Training opportunities

Team events

Supportive team

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel Limited is recruiting a Locum Social Work Assistant in Cardiff to support Cardiff Children's Services with foster carers and multi-agency collaboration. The role offers a hybrid setup with 2 days remote and 3 days in the office each week, balancing workload and well-being.

You will conduct person-centred assessments, plan interventions, and contribute to high-quality care for children and young people while staying compliant with relevant legislation and trauma-informed

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in fostering services is preferred.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation impacting child welfare is desirable.
• Familiarity with trauma-informed approaches is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support foster carers through case allocation to provide supervision and guidance.
• Engage in multi-agency collaboration to ensure holistic support for children and young people.
• Conduct assessments and plan interventions that are person-centred and effective.
• Lead in risk assessing the needs of individuals and in recording essential information.
• Regularly review the quality of care provided, proposing improvements where necessary.
• Undertake training to enhance understanding of relevant legislation and trauma-informed approaches.

Skills

Case allocation

Multi-agency collaboration

Assessments

Risk assessment

Trauma-informed care

Job description

Locum Social Work Assistant within Children's Fostering Service in Cardiff, earning £21.60 hourly.

This ongoing opportunity invites you to become part of Cardiff Children's Services where you can contribute to the success story of our dedicated team. You will be based in a flexible working environment, with the added benefit of 2 days working remotely and 3 days in the office each week, balancing work-life harmony perfectly.

If you are seeking a chance to make a tangible impact within Cardiff's fostering services, this is where your career could take an exciting turn. Working closely with foster carers, you will help ensure the highest quality care and support for children and young people, using your expertise in multi-agency work, care planning, and legislation.

Perks and benefits:

• Enjoy the flexibility of 2 days remote work each week, allowing for a comfortable balance between home and office life.


• Be part of a supportive and engaged team that values your contributions and professional growth.


• Access ongoing training opportunities to further develop your skills and advance your career.


• Immerse yourself in a diverse and collaborative environment with weekly team events and social activities.

What you will do:

• Support foster carers through case allocation to provide supervision and guidance.


• Engage in multi-agency collaboration to ensure holistic support for children and young people.


• Conduct assessments and plan interventions that are person-centred and effective.


• Lead in risk assessing the needs of individuals and in recording essential information.


• Regularly review the quality of care provided, proposing improvements where necessary.


• Undertake training to enhance your understanding of relevant legislation and trauma-informed approaches.

Cardiff offers something for everyone: a vibrant culture, a buzzing food scene, and beautiful parks and coastlines. With a rich history and plenty of modern attractions, Cardiff is not only a great place to work but also a fantastic place to live and explore. Join us and be part of the Cardiff experience!