Principal Social Worker

1 week ago


Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Cardiff County Council Full time
About The Service

Cardiff County Council is a forward-thinking organization that prioritizes delivering exceptional services to children and their families. We are committed to innovation and flexibility, offering remote and hybrid working arrangements to ensure a healthy work-life balance.

We are leaders in practice, with a focus on shifting the balance of care to keep children within their family networks whenever possible. Our multi-disciplinary teams work collaboratively to provide tailored support, including daily support in the home and respite care.

About The Job

We are seeking a highly skilled Principal Social Worker to join our team, specializing in Court Work. As a case-holding social worker, you will work with approximately 20 children and their families who are subject to care proceedings. Your responsibilities will include statutory visiting, care planning, and review, as well as court appearances.

You will work closely with children and their families to assist in decision-making regarding their care, assessing risks and protective factors, and identifying the likelihood of sustained change within the child's timescales. Your assessments will be based on sound evidence and analysis, and you will produce high-quality work that informs recommendations.

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking an experienced social worker who has a strong understanding of the DOH Framework of assessment and the NSPCC Reunification framework. You will have the skills to overcome barriers to engagement during the assessment process and tailor your assessments to the learning styles of parents.

You will work collaboratively with other professionals to explore informal support networks available to parents and assist them in the parenting role. Your assessments will draw upon your knowledge of the child's needs and the impact of trauma on parents' capacity.

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement, flexible working arrangements, and access to the Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan Pension Fund. Our working culture is supportive and nurturing, with opportunities for leadership and management development.

We are committed to the learning and development of our staff, actively involving them in the auditing and review of proactive learning to ensure continuous development of the service and individuals.



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