Location: Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales (Hybrid)
Rate: £37.56 per hour (Umbrella)
Hours: Full-time
We are currently recruiting an experienced Social Worker to join Rhondda Cynon Taf Council’s Children and Adult Services. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive, well-structured service delivering high-quality, strengths-based social work across a diverse caseload.
You will work collaboratively with children, young people, adults, families, carers, and partner agencies to deliver effective assessments, safeguarding interventions, and care and support planning in line with Welsh legislation and professional standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Undertake statutory assessments under the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014.
* Manage a varied caseload across children’s and/or adult services.
* Complete care and support plans, reviews, and safeguarding enquiries.
* Undertake Mental Capacity Assessments and Best Interest decision-making where appropriate.
* Work closely with multi-agency partners to deliver coordinated support.
* Prepare clear, high-quality assessments, reports, and case recordings.
* Attend safeguarding meetings, reviews, and other statutory forums.
* Promote independence, wellbeing, and positive outcomes using a strengths-based approach.
Requirements
* Qualified Social Worker with current registration with Social Care Wales.
* Strong knowledge of the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014.
* Experience in statutory social work within children’s and/or adult services.
* Understanding of safeguarding, risk assessment, and care planning processes.
* Knowledge of Mental Capacity Act principles (where applicable).
* Excellent communication, analytical, and partnership-working skills.
* Ability to manage a complex caseload effectively.
What’s on Offer
* £37.56 per hour (Umbrella)
* Hybrid working arrangement.
* Supportive management and structured supervision.
* Strong focus on CPD, training, and professional development.
* Opportunity to work within a progressive Welsh local authority.
If you are an experienced Social Worker looking for your next contract in Rhondda Cynon Taf, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to find out more. For more information, contact Natasha Haddon
Salary description
£37.56 - £37.56 per hour