Wrexham | £38.43 per hour (Umbrella) | 6-Month Contract
Wrexham Children’s Services are looking for an experienced Social Worker to join their established and high-performing Leaving Care Team, supporting care-experienced young people aged 15–25 as they transition towards independence.
This is an excellent opportunity for a committed practitioner who is passionate about relationship-based, trauma-informed practice and helping young people achieve positive outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
* Support care-experienced young people with transition and pathway planning.
* Complete LAC reviews and statutory visits.
* Promote independence, resilience and positive outcomes.
* Apply corporate parenting principles and trauma-informed approaches.
* Build strong, trusting relationships with young people.
* Work collaboratively with families, professionals and partner agencies.
* Model best practice and provide mentoring and support to colleagues.
* Maintain accurate case records and ensure statutory requirements are met.
* Apply relevant Welsh legislation, guidance and social care frameworks.
Essential Requirements
* Recognised Social Work qualification – essential.
* Experience working with children, young people or care-experienced young people.
* Experience completing LAC reviews and statutory visits.
* Good understanding of Leaving Care and transition services.
* Knowledge of relevant Welsh legislation and children’s social care requirements.
* Strong relationship-based and trauma-informed practice skills.
* Ability to work effectively within a supportive, high-performing team.
Location: Wrexham
Rate: £38.43 per hour (Umbrella)
Contract: Temporary – 6 months
Service: Children’s Services – Leaving Care Team
Working: Office and home working
Age Range: 15–25 years
Qualification: Social Work qualification required
For more information, contact Natasha Haddon
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