Training & Development Officer - Adult Services

Cardiff Council; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Cardiff is seeking a dedicated Training and Development Officer for Adult Services. This role involves supporting the development of a skilled social care workforce by coordinating professional development initiatives and monitoring work placements. The ideal candidate will have a recognised Social Work qualification, experience in statutory settings, and strong communication and report-writing skills. This is a significant opportunity to contribute to the workforce in the social care sector.

Qualifications

• Social Work qualification and registration with Social Care Wales are necessary.
• Experience within statutory social care settings is required.
• Strong understanding of Social Care Wales standards and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of professional development initiatives.
• Coordinate, monitor and evaluate social care work placements.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Report-writing skills

Change management

Education

Recognised Social Work qualification

Registration with Social Care Wales

Practice Assessing

PTTLS/Education & Training

PGCE

Job description

Cardiff Council is seeking a dedicated Training and Development Officer - Adult Services to join our Social Care Workforce team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of a skilled, competent and confident social care workforce, supporting both student social workers and qualified practitioners across the service.

About the Role

In this role, you will support the delivery of professional development initiatives aligned with the Social Care Wales Workforce Development Programme, working closely with the Training Manager.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, monitor and evaluate social care work placements.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A recognised Social Work qualification and registration with Social Care Wales.
• Proven experience within statutory social care settings.
• Strong understanding of Social Care Wales standards, legislation and professional practice guidance.
• Excellent communication, collaboration and report‑writing skills.
• Ability to manage change, support workforce development and work with multiple stakeholders.
• Desirable qualifications include Practice Assessing, PTTLS/Education & Training, PGCE, or experience in programme design and evaluation.