Social Worker - Assessment (Children)

Job Advert: Social Worker – Assessment (Children) (Grade 8) – Social Care QualifiedLocation: Haverfordwest
Employment Type: Temporary
Duration: 24 Weeks
Start Date: 26 January 2026
Hours: 37 hours per week
Salary:

• PAYE: £30.14 per hour
• Umbrella: £39.18 per hour
  

Are you a committed and skilled Social Worker with experience in children’s assessment and safeguarding? Network Recruitment Wales is delighted to be recruiting two Social Workers to join the Child Care Assessment Team (CCAT) within Children’s Services in Pembrokeshire. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a statutory frontline team on a 24-week temporary assignment, supporting children and families while permanent recruitment is underway.
About the RoleThe Child Care Assessment Team undertakes statutory duties including child protection, Children Looked After, court work, and family support in line with the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014 and associated codes of practice.
You will manage a varied caseload, meet statutory timescales, complete high-quality assessments, and contribute to safeguarding children across Pembrokeshire. This role is primarily office-based due to participation in the Section 47 Joint Investigation (JI) rota, with some opportunity to work from home for assessment write-ups.
What You’ll Do• Complete statutory assessments within required timescales, ensuring children’s safety and wellbeing
• Undertake child protection investigations and manage complex child in need and exploitation-related cases
• Hold and manage court cases, preparing reports and giving evidence where required
• Participate in the S.47 Joint Investigation rota, working alongside partner agencies
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records in line with legislative and organisational requirements
• Work collaboratively with families, colleagues, and multi-agency partners to achieve positive outcomes
What We’re Looking For• A qualified Social Worker with a Degree/Diploma in Social Work
• Registration with Social Care Wales (or equivalent)
• Sound knowledge of childcare legislation, safeguarding practice, and statutory assessment frameworks
• Experience in child protection, court work, and multi-agency working
• Strong assessment, report-writing, and case management skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced statutory environment
Essential Requirements• Eligibility to work in the UK
• Enhanced DBS check and Criminal Convictions Declaration
• Signed Confidentiality Agreement
• Social Care Wales registration
• Pembrokeshire CIFAS Results and CIFAS Declaration (on offer acceptance)
Why Join Us?Pembrokeshire offers a supportive and structured working environment, with strong management oversight and opportunities for professional development. You’ll play a vital role in safeguarding children and supporting families while working within a collaborative and evolving service, including the development of dedicated S.47 and Assessment teams.
How to ApplyReady to make a difference? Submit your CV and required documentation to Network Recruitment Wales today.
📞 01443 230222
🌐 Visit: https://www.networkrecruitmentwales.co.uk/nrwpeople/
Don’t miss this opportunity to join a dedicated Children’s Services team in Pembrokeshire — apply now!
Network Recruitment Wales is an equal opportunities employer.