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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