Social Worker - Intake Team | Vale of Glamorgan Council

Are you a dynamic and proactive Social Worker ready to be the crucial "front door" for children and families seeking support? The Vale of Glamorgan Council is looking for a skilled Social Worker to join their fast-paced Intake Team. This is a pivotal role where you'll make immediate impacts on safeguarding and early intervention.

Pay Rate: £36.88 per hour

About the Role:

As a Social Worker in the Intake Team, you will be the initial point of contact for referrals and enquiries, playing a critical role in assessing immediate needs and determining the appropriate course of action. Your responsibilities will typically include:

Receiving and screening all initial enquiries, including child protection concerns.
Conducting timely and robust assessments to identify children in need and those at risk of harm (including Section 47 enquiries).
Working effectively with multi-agency partners to gather information and ensure integrated working.
Making swift, child-focused decisions on next steps, which may include signposting to early help, transferring to a longer-term team (e.g., Family Support), or initiating child protection procedures.
Providing brief interventions and support to families where appropriate.
Maintaining accurate and concise records within a fast-paced environment.

What We're Looking For:

A Social Work Degree or equivalent relevant degree.
At least 2 years of post-qualifying experience working with children and families in the UK, ideally within an assessment or duty setting (strongly preferred).
Registered with Social Care Wales.
An up-to-date DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service).

Benefits of Working with Us:

When you join us, you'll benefit from:

Dedicated Consultant: Your single point of contact to assist you throughout your placement.
Accredited Training: Stay current with essential training including manual handling, health and safety at work, conflict management, and safeguarding vulnerable adults/children.
Weekly Payroll: Receive your pay consistently and promptly.
Competitive Pay Rates: Enjoy attractive hourly rates.
Flexible Shifts: Opportunities for both full-time and part-time work.
Top Local Authority: Work with a leading local authority in the Vale of Glamorgan.
Weekly Mailers: Keep up-to-date with new local posts and opportunities.
Referral Bonus: Earn up to £300 for referring a friend or colleague (T&Cs apply).Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

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