Senior Social Worker – Children Services (ID 04269)
Denbighshire County Council
Role
Who You Are
You are a compassionate and dedicated professional committed to providing high-quality social work services for children and families. You possess a recognized qualification in Social Work and are registered with Social Care Wales. Your focus on safeguarding and promoting the well-being of vulnerable children aligns with our Children and Families Service Vision. You excel in fostering collaborative relationships with children, families, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated and effective care solutions.
What the Job Involves
As a Supervising Social Worker for Foster Wales Denbighshire, your primary role is to ensure the safety and well-being of children in need of support, in line with statutory requirements and organizational priorities. You will work in partnership with external agencies and families, provide direct social work services, manage a caseload of varied complexity, and ensure that assessments and reviews are completed within statutory timescales. Additional responsibilities include safeguarding investigations, preparing written reports, contributing to team development, and promoting anti-discriminatory practices throughout all interactions. A key aspect of this role is to prepare, lead, and minute meetings effectively, ensuring that service users are at the center of all decision-making processes.
Skills
- Qualification in Social Work (e.g., Degree or DipSW)
- Registration with Social Care Wales
- Experience in multi-disciplinary settings
- Strong communication and administrative skills
- Proficiency with IT and information systems
- Ability to assess and manage complex cases
- Strong problem-solving and research skills
- Commitment to professional development
- Effective teamwork and mentorship abilities
- Resilient in high-pressure environments
- Fluent in Welsh language (desirable)
- Ability to travel to various locations