Principal Social Worker - Assessment Team

JOB-20241107-791d94d2

Job Title: Principal Social Worker - Assessment Team Specialism: Assessment Location: Cardiff, UK Salary: £45,091.00 - £48,226.00 Annually Salary Type: Annual Contract: Permanent, Full-time

We are seeking an exceptional Principal Social Worker - Assessment Team to join our dynamic team within the Assessment division in the vibrant city of Cardiff, UK. Offering a salary of £45,091.00 - £48,226.00 annually, this full-time role provides an exciting opportunity to influence and shape social work practice in a challenging and rewarding environment. Working here means being part of a supportive and forward-thinking organisation that values innovation, strategic insight, and professional growth for its staff. As a central figure in the team, you will have the chance to make a meaningful impact on children and families throughout Cardiff.

Perks and Benefits:

Full Time: Enjoy a structured work routine with full engagement in your professional field.

Professional Development: Unlock continuous learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career within the social work landscape.

Collaborative Work Environment: Be part of a team where your voice matters, and your contributions are pivotal in shaping child welfare strategies.

Generous Leave: Rejuvenate with ample time off, ensuring you maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Community Engagement: Know that your work does not just benefit individuals but the community as a whole, fostering positive change.

What you will do:

Practice Leadership and Quality Assurance:

Provide professional leadership to social workers within the Assessment Team.

Promote excellent assessment practice aligned with Working Together to Safeguard Children.

Lead on practice standards, reflective supervision, and professional decision-making.

Oversee quality assurance processes, including audits, case reviews, and learning reviews.

Service Development and Improvement:

Drive service improvement through analysis of performance data, audits, and feedback.

Embed evidence-based and strengths-based practice models.

Lead on practice development initiatives and learning from serious incidents or reviews.

Support the implementation of new policies, procedures, and practice frameworks.

Safeguarding and Threshold Management:

Ensure timely, proportionate, and defensible decision-making at the front door.

Provide oversight of safeguarding thresholds and assessment pathways.

Offer expert consultation on complex, high-risk cases.

Ensure compliance with statutory duties under the Children Act 1989/2004.

Workforce Development and Supervision:

Support recruitment, retention, and development of social work staff.

Lead on ASYE support, mentoring, and progression pathways.

Promote staff wellbeing, reflective practice, and a learning culture.

Work closely with team managers to strengthen supervision quality.

Multi-Agency and Strategic Working:

Represent children's social care at strategic and partnership forums.

Work collaboratively with health, education, police, and early help services.

Contribute to Local Safeguarding Children Partnership (LSCP) priorities.

Support effective multi-agency information sharing and joint decision-making.

Governance and Compliance:

Ensure compliance with legislation, statutory guidance, and inspection frameworks (e.g. Ofsted ILACS).

Support preparation for inspections and external reviews.

Contribute to reports for senior leadership and elected members.

Cardiff is not only a fantastic place to work but also an exciting place to live, offering a rich blend of cultural attractions, green spaces, and a vibrant social scene. Whether you enjoy the bustling city life or peaceful countryside, Cardiff offers the best of both worlds for professionals seeking balance and fulfillment in their personal and professional lives. Join us and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.

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Apply now to earn up to £48,226 per year as a Principal Social Worker in Cardiff.