3 Months Contract with a Local Authority

Summary

This role involves managing a diverse Children & Families caseload, focusing on assessment, planning, intervention, and review to ensure the welfare of children and young people. The position supports families through early help and statutory assessment pathways, ensuring timely and high-quality social work practices that enhance family resilience and mitigate risks.

Responsibilities

Manage a caseload of children and families with varying complexity levels.
Conduct high-quality assessments of individuals and families, analysing strengths, risks, and needs.
Develop outcome-focused plans that leverage family strengths and address identified risks.
Implement and review agreed plans to safeguard children and enhance parenting capacity.
Prepare clear, evidence-based reports, assessments, and documentation for meetings, reviews, and court proceedings as needed.

Essential Experience

Experience managing children and families caseloads within early help, assessment, or statutory safeguarding settings.
Experience in completing high-quality assessments and risk analysis.
Experience working collaboratively with partner agencies and multidisciplinary teams.
Experience preparing professional reports and attending relevant meetings/court proceedings.

Additional Information

Working hours: 37 hours per week
Enhanced DBS required.
Candidates must live within 1 hour max of NP15 1GA.
The role is 3 days in the office and 2 days hybrid, with flexibility required to be in Monmouthshire on the 2 days not in the office.
Bi-weekly payment schedule.

The role closes on 28th March 2026, apply ASAP.

Registered Social Worker