Job Description

Children's Social Worker (All Wales Pledge) - Family Support Team
Are you a dedicated and empathetic social worker passionate about safeguarding children and empowering families? Join our expanded Family Support Teams in the Vale of Glamorgan and help build resilience while making a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people. This rewarding temporary role aligns with the All Wales Pledge, ensuring high-quality, ethical agency support in children's services.
Job Details:

• Employment Type: Temporary (12 weeks, covering vacancy pending recruitment)
• Number of Positions: 2
• Start Date: 29/09/2025
• Hours: 37 hours per week
• Pay Rate: PAYE: 28.15 per hour | Umbrella: 36.16 per hour
• Location: Barry

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a mixed caseload of up to 20-22 children, including those on the Child Protection Register, requiring Care and Support, or involved in Care Proceedings.
• Collaborate with families, utilising their networks to minimise risks, develop long-term plans, and promote independence and resilience.
• Engage directly with children and young people, helping them identify what matters and achieve their goals through kind, consistent, and focused support.
• Participate in planning, reviews, and multi-agency work, including liaising with family aides, social care officers, and business support.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding legislation, such as the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014, while maintaining accurate records and contributing to court proceedings as needed.
• Travel across the Vale as required to deliver services from the Docks Office base.

What We Offer:

• A supportive, expanded team environment with manageable caseloads and practical assistance from family aides and administrative support.
• Opportunities for meaningful relationships with children, families, and partners in a strengths-based, family-centred approach.
• Contribution to vital children's services under the All Wales Pledge, promoting ethical recruitment and quality care.
• A collaborative culture focused on work-life balance and professional growth in a dynamic coastal community.

Requirements:

• Essential: Qualified social worker with registration on Social Care Wales.
• Essential: Proven experience in children's social work, particularly child protection, family support, and managing complex caseloads.
• Essential: Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and ability to build trusting relationships with children, families, and multi-agency partners.
• Desirable: Knowledge of the All Wales Pledge principles and familiarity with Welsh Government safeguarding policies.
• Must have: Eligibility to work in the UK, Confidentiality Agreement, Enhanced DBS; 3 years of references/work history required upon offer acceptance.
• Ability to travel within the Vale of Glamorgan.

Apply Today! Ready to support families and protect futures in the Vale? Contact Network Recruitment Wales at 01443 230222 or visit to submit your application. Don't miss this chance to join a compassionate team!

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