Senior Social Work Practitioner (Children’s Services) – Exciting Temporary Role!
Job Title: Senior Social Work Practitioner (Grade 9) – Social Care Qualified
Employment Type: Temporary (12 weeks)
Start Date: 25/08/2025
Hours: 37 per week
Location: Abertillery
Rate: PAYE: £22.65/hr | Umbrella: £29.70/hr
Join Our Passionate Team in Blaenau Gwent!
Are you a driven and experienced social work practitioner ready to step up? Join our North Locality Team in Children’s Services, supporting children and families (0-14) through Care and Support Plans, Child Protection, Looked After Children, court cases, and private law matters.
What You’ll Do:
- Deliver high-quality social work, managing complex cases and chairing meetings.
- Supervise staff, deputise for the team manager, and ensure quality casework.
- Provide advice, guidance, and support at court hearings and meetings.
- Maintain accurate records on WCCIS and drive performance standards.
Why Join Us?
- Work in a vibrant community with stunning green spaces and short commutes.
- Be part of a supportive team with 98% staff motivation and 88% job satisfaction.
- Benefit from regular supervision, weekly bite-sized training, and quarterly networking events.
- Make a real difference in children’s and families’ lives.
What We’re Looking For:
- Qualified Social Worker eligible to work in the UK.
- Experience in children’s services, ideally with complex case management.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
- Access to a vehicle for work purposes (essential).
- Commitment to equality, diversity, and safeguarding.
Required Documents:
- CV
- 5 years’ references/work history
- DBS Summary Form
- Confidentiality Agreement (on offer acceptance)
Apply Now!
Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to shaping a brighter future for children in Wales. Contact Network Recruitment Wales to submit your application and take the next step in your career!