Social Worker – Children’s Safeguarding Team – Cardiff

TN United Kingdom; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed organization is seeking a dedicated Social Worker for their Children’s Safeguarding Team in Cardiff. This role offers the chance to work on complex cases, ensuring the safety and well-being of children in need. The ideal candidate will have a passion for child welfare, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. With benefits like twice-weekly payroll and access to exclusive training, this position promises a rewarding career in social work. Join a team committed to making a difference in the lives of children and families.

Benefits

Twice weekly payroll

Free DBS and compliance service

Access to exclusive roles

Free access to training and CPD portal

Dedicated consultant

Wide range of positions across the UK

Refer a Friend bonus

Find your own job bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in managing Child Protection and CIN plans.
• Registered with Social Work Wales and expertise in complex cases.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement interventions in Child Protection/CIN plans.
• Manage and assess risk, leveraging expertise in social care practice.

Skills

Child Protection

Case Management

Risk Assessment

Social Work Practice

Intervention Planning

Education

Registered with Social Work Wales

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Social Worker – Children’s Safeguarding Team – Cardiff, Cardiff

Location: Cardiff, United Kingdom

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Posted:

26.04.2025

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10.06.2025

Job Description:

Job Title: Social Worker – Children’s Safeguarding Team – Cardiff
Location: Cardiff
Pay Rate: £38.43 per hour

Liquid Personnel is seeking an experienced children social worker to join their esteemed client’s long-term Children’s Safeguarding team. We are looking for a dedicated professional with a passion for working with children and families, as well as expertise in identifying and managing child protection concerns and addressing ongoing issues.

Role Overview: This challenging and rewarding role involves working with complex cases, including:

• High-end Children in Need (CIN) and child protection cases.
• Managing cases that may progress to care proceedings, requiring a solid understanding of court work and statutory requirements for children who are looked after.

Key Responsibilities:

• Developing and implementing measurable, timely interventions in Child Protection/CIN plans.
• Identifying when further intervention is required to protect children within your caseload and taking appropriate action.
• Championing practice improvement, actively participating in process, procedure, policy, and strategy development.
• Managing and assessing risk, leveraging technical authority and deep expertise in social care practice.
• Supporting and mentoring others while maintaining credibility and hands-on experience in complex cases.

Who We’re Looking For:

The ideal candidate will:

• Be registered with Social Work Wales.
• Possess significant experience in progressing Child Protection and CIN plans.
• Demonstrate expertise in assessing and managing risk in complex cases.
• Be organized, resilient, and adept at balancing multiple priorities while maintaining a focus on the best outcomes for children.
• Ideally, be a driver with access to a car and eligible to reside and work in the UK.

Benefits include:

• Twice weekly payroll
• Free DBS and compliance service
• Access to exclusive roles not available from other agencies
• Free access to Liquid’s social work training and CPD portal
• Your own dedicated consultant with extensive social work knowledge
• Access to a wide range of social work positions across the UK
• “Refer a Friend” bonus – £500 for each successful referral*
• “Find your own job” bonus – £250 for bringing your own position*