Position Title: Social Worker – Direct Fostering Team
Location: Various locations across Ceredigion
Type: Permanent
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week
All roles have a £2.4k market supplement (paid £200 p/m)
Salaries (per annum):
- Newly Qualified: £31,099 - £32,909
- Social Worker: £34,723 - £36,298
- Senior Practitioner: £36,371 - £38,553
Sanctuary Personnel is proud to present an exciting opportunity for a Social Worker to join a dedicated Direct Fostering Team in Ceredigion. We specialise in providing exceptional recruitment services, connecting talented professionals with rewarding career opportunities.
Job Purpose:
As a Social Worker in this role, you'll play a crucial role in fulfilling statutory obligations outlined in relevant legislation, focusing on assessing, supporting, and safeguarding vulnerable individuals. Your role will involve assisting individuals and families, promoting independence, and ensuring compliance with legal frameworks and best practices.
Responsibilities:
Operational Delivery:
- Assist individuals and families with daily challenges
- Conduct inquiries to protect vulnerable individuals
- Collaborate with professionals and agencies within the Signs of Safety model
- Advocate for service users' self-worth and rights
- Facilitate Best Interest meetings and decisions
- Develop care and protection plans based on assessments
- Maintain knowledge of relevant regulations and practices
- Foster relationships with other agencies and teams
- Contribute to training and policy development
- Attend supervision meetings with the line manager
Quality Assurance:
- Ensure support services meet assessed needs
- Evaluate service user satisfaction and assess risks
- Maintain accurate records
General Responsibilities:
- Develop social work skills under guidance
- Promote language preferences and cultural sensitivity
- Foster partnership working with colleagues and agencies
- Adapt to changing needs and duties
- Adhere to statutory legislation and internal policies
Person Specification:
Essential:
- Degree in social work or equivalent
- Proficiency in relevant languages
- Registration with Social Care Wales
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to assess and develop care plans
- Understanding of relevant legislation
- Experience in multi-agency working
Desirable:
- Ability to work collaboratively
- Proficiency in remote work
Benefits:
- Career Advancement: Unlock exciting opportunities for growth into higher-level roles while sharpening your expertise in specialised domains.
- Comprehensive Training: Access our top-tier learning and development programs designed to fuel your professional growth and propel your career forward.
- Flexible Work Arrangements: Enjoy the freedom to tailor your schedule, accommodating essential appointments such as medical, dental, and optician visits.
- Hybrid Work Model: Seamlessly balance community engagement and office responsibilities with the flexibility of remote work.
- Generous Annual Leave: Recharge and rejuvenate with an annual leave allowance ranging from 27 to 34 days per year, plus 8 public holidays.
- Robust Pension Benefits: Safeguard your future with our generous contributions to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Lifestyle Savings: Unlock exclusive discounts and curated care packages at various local and national establishments.
- Salary Sacrifice Options: Maximise your benefits with our 'Cycle to Work' program and the opportunity for additional voluntary pension contributions.
- Leisure Discounts: Access reduced-rate memberships for nearby leisure centres, making leisure activities more affordable.
Apply now to join our team and make a real difference in people's lives!
