Children's Social Worker (All Wales Pledge)

Who You Are

You are a dedicated social worker committed to consolidating and developing your skills and knowledge. You have a strong foundation from formal qualifications and a passion for working with both adults and children at risk, along with their families and carers. You are ready to take on increasing levels of complexity and responsibility in your work.

What the Job Involves

Your role involves managing an allocated caseload, handling routine social work interventions, and escalating more complex cases. You will work as part of a team to support individuals needing care and support, their families and carers, by identifying and assessing risks, developing care and support plans, and recommending external support when needed. You will apply Social Worker techniques to promote positive outcomes and ensure that plans based on assessments are evidence-based, reviewed, and modified appropriately. When on duty, you will respond to cases immediately and effectively, undertaking assessments and planning immediate crisis responses to manage potential risks.

Skills

• Strong assessment and intervention capabilities
• Effective caseload management
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Sound decision-making skills
• Proficient in developing care and support plans
• Capability to manage risks and crises effectively
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience with recording and reporting systems
• Understanding of compliance within allocated budgets