Social Work Assistant - Cardiff

Belmont Recruitment; Wales; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Cardiff is looking for a Social Work Assistant to join the Adult Services team. This role supports older adults and those with mental health needs by providing person-centred support, assisting with assessments, and managing a caseload. The ideal candidate is empathetic, organized, and eager to develop new skills. Training and development opportunities are included, creating a pathway to a rewarding career in social care.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Flexibility in work locations

Qualifications

• No previous social care experience required but is helpful.
• Must be patient and able to build positive relationships.
• Confident working independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred, strengths-based support.
• Assist with wellbeing and basic risk assessments.
• Manage a small caseload as appropriate to experience.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Job description

Social Work Assistant – Cardiff

Location: Cardiff

Hours: Monday to Friday (37 hours)

Salary: £120 - £125 Per Day

Contract: 3-Month Contract (with potential extension)

Make a Difference Supporting People in Your Community

Cardiff is looking for a Social Work Assistant to join our supportive Adult Services team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with transferable skills—from care, support work, customer‑facing roles, community work, health, education, housing, or similar—who is passionate about helping others.

You do not need to be a qualified social worker to apply.

If you enjoy working with people, solving problems, and supporting individuals to live independently, this role could be the perfect next step in your career.

About the Role

As a Social Work Assistant, you will support older adults and individuals receiving mental health services by:

• Providing person‑centred, strengths‑based support
• Helping people identify their goals and what matters to them
• Assisting with wellbeing and basic risk assessments (full training provided)
• Supporting social workers with care and treatment planning
• Managing a small caseload appropriate to your experience
• Visiting people in their homes or community settings
• Encouraging independence, resilience, and recovery
• Working closely with families, carers, and professionals
• Keeping clear, accurate records of the work you carry out
• Participating in team meetings, supervision, and ongoing training

You will be part of a friendly, supportive team that works together to improve the wellbeing of older adults and vulnerable individuals in Cardiff.

Who We're Looking For

You don't need previous social care experience—but it's helpful. We welcome people from roles such as:

• Care assistants / support workers
• Customer service or call‑handling
• Community or youth workers
• Housing / homelessness support
• Teaching assistants
• Healthcare roles
• Volunteering or community engagement
• Any role involving people‑facing support, problem solving, or safeguarding awareness

What matters most is that you are:

• Empathetic, patient, and able to build positive relationships
• A good communicator and listener
• Organised and able to manage your time
• Confident working independently and as part of a team
• Willing to learn and develop new skills
• Able to maintain confidentiality and follow procedures

Training, supervision, and ongoing development will be provided.

Why Join Us?

• A supportive, inclusive working environment
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• The chance to gain valuable experience in social care
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people's lives
• Flexible working across community locations
• Experience that could lead to Social Worker training pathways

Safeguarding & Professional Standards

This role involves working with vulnerable adults, so you will need to follow Cardiff safeguarding policies and attend relevant training.

You’ll also follow the Social Care Wales Code of Practice and uphold professional standards at all times.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re caring, motivated, and looking for a rewarding role where every day makes a difference—we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and start your journey supporting communities across Cardiff