Social Worker – Integrated Triage & Assessment Services

Cyngor Sir Ceredigion County Council; Penmorfa, Aberaeron; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Penmorfa is seeking a Senior Social Worker for the Integrated Triage & Assessment Services. The role entails leading social care activities across hospitals and coordinating with health professionals to enhance patient care. Candidates must be qualified and registered with Social Care Wales, possessing strong leadership skills and experience in hospital discharge planning. This position offers a competitive salary and flexibility in working arrangements, alongside an environment committed to safeguarding and inclusion.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Generous employer pension scheme

Access to wellbeing support

Lifestyle savings scheme

Qualifications

• Registered as a Qualified Social Worker with Social Care Wales.
• Experience in complex assessments and multi-agency collaboration is essential.
• Strong leadership and coordination ability are required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise social workers in assessment and discharge pathways.
• Act as a key contact for hospital referrals and provide expert advice.
• Facilitate discussions to reduce delays and prevent unnecessary referrals.

Skills

Registered with Social Care Wales

Experience in hospital discharge planning

Leadership skills

Understanding of Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014

Ability to work autonomously

Education

Qualified Social Worker

Job description

We operate a bilingual policy. All applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.

Social Worker – Integrated Triage & Assessment Services

Newly Qualified Social Workers will commence on Grade 9 pay and job description before progressing to grade 10 after 2 years in post. Experienced social workers will commence at Grade 10 pay and job description. Both job descriptions can be viewed below.

This position qualifies for a market supplement payment of £200 per month. Please note this additional payment will be reviewed on 31 March 2026.

The successful candidate may be eligible to up to a maximum of £8,000 (including VAT) towards the cost of expenses incurred due of relocating to Ceredigion. For further information please email [e-mail] . For more information about the county of Ceredigion and the enviable lifestyle it offers please click here.

An exciting opportunity has arisen within Ceredigion’s Integrated Triage and Assessment Team to develop a dynamic, hospital-based social work service.

We are seeking a Senior Social Worker to lead and coordinate social care activity across our acute sites at Bronglais Hospital, Aberystwyth and Glangwili Hospital, Carmarthen strengthening the interface between health and social care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the key point of contact for hospital referrals, offering expert advice, guidance, and escalation support to health colleagues.
• Lead on complex assessments, including Decision Support Tools (DSTs), Mental Capacity Assessments, and Best Interest Decisions.
• Coordinate and supervise social workers in assessment and discharge pathways.
• Coordinate and supervise Social Work Assistants to support low-level assessments and the Discharge to Assess (D2RA) model.
• Facilitate pre-referral discussions to reduce delays and prevent unnecessary referrals to social care.
• Support a collaborative framework for assessments linked to the Targeted Care & Enablement Service and utilising trusted assessor role.
• Supporting pre-admission assessment for Ceredigion County Council residential services as a trusted assessor.
• Enable a front-door turnaround approach, ensuring timely access to care and support plans and follow-up assessments in the community.
• Build strong working relationships with health professionals to support effective decision-making and pathway planning.

What We’re Looking For:

• An experienced Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Care Wales.
• Experience in hospital discharge planning, complex assessments, and multi‑agency working.
• Strong leadership and coordination skills.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation including the Social Services and Well‑being (Wales) Act 2014.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.

What We Offer:

• A chance to shape a new and innovative hospital‑based social work model.
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for professional development.
• Flexible working arrangements and access to wellbeing support.

Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk. As part of this commitment, certain roles within our organisation require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess the suitability of candidates. This role will require an Enhanced DBS check. Please note that the presence of previous convictions will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. We assess each applicant on a case‑by‑case basis, and take into account the nature and relevance of any convictions in relation to the responsibilities of the role. Our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive work environment where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. If you have any concerns or questions regarding this process, please feel free to contact us for clarification. Your privacy and dignity are of utmost importance to us throughout the recruitment process.

What we offer

Work‑life balance

Lifestyle savings scheme

Generous employer pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Learning and development

Where you'll work

Porth Gofal – Targeted Intervention Services

We are at the core of Ceredigion’s through‑age social care provision and we focus on ensuring that each individual receives the intervention that is best placed to meet their needs or, where necessary, guide them to early help or specialist services. Our functions include:

• Porth Gofal Intake and Triage Team
• Targeted Intervention Services
• Fostering Services
• Residential and Day Care Services
• Housing Services
• Integrated Community Equipment Stores
• Emergency Duty Team

More information regarding our teams can be found here.

Penmorfa Penmorfa is our most central office, it is where our Chief Executive and Councillors are based.

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Aberaeron Aberaeron is a picture‑perfect harbour town and is one of Ceredigion's best loved holiday destinations with fashionable places to stay and eat.

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