Social Worker - Localities (LAC/CP) Cardiff £5k Retention

Social Worker – Localities (Looked After Children / Child Protection) (Permanent)
Location: Cardiff, Wales
Salary: £40,777 – £45,091 (package up to £50,091)
Retention Payment: £5,000
Contract: Permanent
Pro Social Partners are working with Cardiff Council to recruit permanent Social Workers into their Localities teams, working across Child Protection and Looked After Children.
The Role
* Manage a caseload of children subject to Child in Need and Child Protection plans.
* Undertake Section 47 enquiries, assessments and direct work with children and families.
* Prepare reports and present at child protection conferences and core group meetings.
* Work closely with partner agencies to reduce risk and improve outcomes for children.
* Keep children's voices at the centre of all assessment and planning.
* Support children looked after, including care planning, reviews and permanence work.
About You
* A recognised Social Work qualification and current Social Work Wales registration (or eligibility to register).
* Experience within Children's Social Care.
* Excellent analytical, written and verbal communication skills.
Why Cardiff Council?
* £5,000 retention payment.
* Regular reflective supervision and strong management support.
* Ongoing training and CPD to support your career progression.
* A permanent role with job security and local government pension scheme.
To find out more, apply now or contact Conor Clarke at Pro Social Partners on (phone number removed) for a confidential conversation about this role and other permanent opportunities
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed