SW Locums require a Social Work Wales registered Social Worker with demonstratable UK experience in a similar statutory setting to work as a Principal Social Worker in the Enquiry and Assessment Team. You must have a minimum of 3 years post Qualification work experience within Children's assessment services.

Minimum Requirements

* Professional Social Work qualification i.e. MA/Degree in Social Work or recognised predecessor equivalent e.g. CQSW, DipSW, CSS;

* Right to work in the UK.

* Enhanced DBS Issued within past 12 months or be registered with the DBS Update Service.

* Complete the relevant post qualifying awards within a defined period.

* Knowledge of assessment for care and support needs.

* A sound understanding of the law relating to Adults/Children and Families.

* Knowledge of child and adolescent development.

* Knowledge of safeguarding procedures for children and adults at risk.

* Knowledge of looked after children statutory guidance and processes.

Duties:

* Undertaking assessments in line with the Social Services and Well-being Act (Wales) 2014 with children, adults and their families/carers, identifying outcomes and where required developing care and support plans, which are monitored and reviewed.

* Risks to children and adults are assessed and balanced in a way that promotes coproduction, independence and choice;

* Strengths within the persons circumstances are identified and promoted;

* Have a responsibility to plan and work within the financial resources which have been secured to deliver social care services within their area of accountability;

* Social inclusion of isolated and vulnerable people is promoted; particularly networking with community and family resources;

* Work in collaboration with other agencies adopting a multi disciplinary approach where appropriate;

* Ensuring that electronically held records, including case recordings, assessments, care and support plans and reviews are completed and/or updated in accordance with departmental policy and procedures;

At SW Locums you will benefit from:

* Constant support with your own, vastly experienced and knowledgeable consultant.

* Great rates of pay.

* No “waffle” straight talking, conscientious and informed advice.

* Fastest and accurate payments available.

* Contact available 24/7.

* Access to exclusive vacancies nationwide.

* Free DBS and compliance service.

* Access to on-going training opportunities.

* Industry leading “Refer a Friend” recommendation scheme offering a substantial £££ bonus for successfully placed referrals.

* Excellent “Find your own job” bonus – get £££ for bringing your own position to us *

* Terms and conditions apply to our bonus scheme