Social Work Assistant – Cardiff (3-Month Contract)

Brackenberry Limited; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Cardiff Children's Services seeks Social Work Assistants on a 3-month contract to support Locality teams in delivering services to children and families. You will work under the guidance of a Principal Social Worker and Team Manager, handling a small caseload with a focus on open, fair, and collaborative practice.

Responsibilities include managing caseloads, arranging services, reviewing care plans, and adhering to council policies and health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience working with service users through direct contact in a professional environment.
• GCSE standard or equivalent education required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a small allocated caseload as determined by the needs of the team.
• Arrange and monitor appropriate services in accordance with individual care plans.
• Complete annual care plan reviews and/or reassessments to ensure ongoing support is effective.
• Undertake all duties in line with Council Policies, Health and Safety legislation, and Equal Opportunities principles.

Skills

Direct service user contact

Education

GCSE or equivalent

Job description

Cardiff Children's Services seeks Social Work Assistants on a 3-month contract to support Locality teams in delivering services to children and families. You will work under the guidance of a Principal Social Worker and Team Manager, handling a small caseload with a focus on open, fair, and collaborative practice.

Responsibilities include managing caseloads, arranging services, reviewing care plans, and adhering to council policies and health and safety standards.