Who You Are You are a dedicated professional with a solid understanding of legislation underpinning Children’s Social Care Services and the role of a Children’s Services Social Care Division. You possess a firm commitment to continuous professional development, demonstrated through experience in a care setting, ideally community-based, or direct work with service user groups served by the Children's Services. Holding an NVQ 4 in Care or QCF 5 is desirable, and you are open to achieving qualifications recommended by the Social Care Wales Qualification Framework. Your communication skills are clear and concise, and you excel in building lasting, positive relationships based on trust with both service users and team members. Fluent to at least Welsh Language Level 1, a basic induction is provided to reach this level. You approach change with flexibility, adapt to new methods readily, and are proficient in establishing partnerships and community networks that benefit service users. With a focus on achieving results and a commitment to professional competence, you work effectively under pressure, always mindful of safeguarding and promoting the well-being of vulnerable children and young people. Your essential qualities include honesty, a deep understanding of service users' issues, and the professional ability to maintain clear boundaries. What the Job Involves The role involves providing assessment, support planning, and review services, ensuring person-centered practices to safeguard and promote the well-being of vulnerable children and young people. It requires engaging collaboratively with statutory and voluntary organizations to deliver effective services that help children remain or return to family settings. Comprehensive information, advice, and signposting services will be provided to assist children and families in planning for their future needs, thereby encouraging independence and responsibility for their health and well-being. The position also entails undertaking safeguarding actions aligned with statutory policies while supporting children deemed at risk. You will conduct assessments, adapt support plans, and monitor ongoing requirements to ensure the effective use of resources in achieving personal outcomes. This includes participating in and leading relevant meetings, managing allocated cases, maintaining computer records, and adhering to financial guidelines. Active participation in team and departmental meetings is essential, along with adherence to the division's quality assurance, performance management framework, and health and safety responsibilities. Induction support for team members and promoting maximum individual involvement are also key responsibilities. The role demands compliance with data governance policies and enhanced DBS checks. Travel throughout the service area is required, underscoring the need for independent mobility to fulfill these responsibilities effectively.