Senior Social Worker - Children Looked After Team

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council; Merthyr Tydfil; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking a Senior Practitioner to supervise social workers and manage complex cases within the Children Looked After Team. You will be expected to collaborate effectively, ensuring statutory duties are met and providing the necessary support to families and children. Applicants must have a professional Social Work qualification, three years of post-qualifying experience, and registration with Social Care Wales. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact in the community.

Qualifications

• You must possess a professional Social Work qualification.
• You should have 3 years post-qualifying experience.
• You must be registered as a Social Worker with Social Care Wales.

Responsibilities

• Manage a reduced yet complex caseload.
• Assist the team manager in developing and supporting the team.
• Supervise a Special Guardianship Order social worker and support worker.

Skills

Motivated

Enthusiastic

Ability to speak Welsh

Education

Professional Social Work qualification

Registered as a Social Worker with Social Care Wales

3 years post qualifying experience

Job description

A local authority in the UK is seeking a Senior Practitioner to supervise social workers and manage complex cases within the Children Looked After Team. You will be expected to collaborate effectively, ensuring statutory duties are met and providing the necessary support to families and children. Applicants must have a professional Social Work qualification, three years of post-qualifying experience, and registration with Social Care Wales. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact in the community.