Powys Council is seeking experienced Children's Social Workers with strong court experience to join our Care and Support Service. This specialist role focuses on supporting children and families involved in care proceedings, ensuring timely, high-quality outcomes that promote the best interests of children.
You will be based at the location closest to your home (Newtown, Llandrindod Wells, or Brecon), offering flexibility and reducing travel time. This is an exciting opportunity to take on a challenging but rewarding role within a supportive team environment.
Responsibilities
* Oversee and manage care and pre-proceedings cases, ensuring compliance with legal and procedural standards.
* Provide expert support and quality assurance for court reports, assessments, and care plans.
* Attend court hearings and contribute to permanence and care planning meetings.
* Mentor and guide less experienced staff, ensuring consistent and high-quality work.
* Collaborate with CAFCASS and legal professionals to address case complexities and advocate for children's needs.
* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures.
Requirements
* Qualifications: Degree in Social Work and registration with Social Care Wales.
* Experience: Substantial post-qualification experience in children's social care, including court work and care proceedings.
* Skills: Strong written and verbal communication, organisational, and risk assessment skills.
* Knowledge: Extensive understanding of child protection, looked-after children processes, and legal proceedings.
* Personal Attributes: Motivated, compassionate, and able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Why Join Us?
* Work within a supportive and collaborative team that values professional growth.
* Access to continuous professional development and mentoring opportunities.
* Flexible base locations to suit your needs.
* Play a pivotal role in achieving positive outcomes for children and families in Powys.
How to Apply
If you are interested, please call Chris Richardson on 01772 208964 or email me your CV - Christopher.richardson@servicecare.org.uk
If this role isn't right for you, but you know someone who would fit perfectly to our engaged and devoted team and you refer them, you will receive a referral bonus of £350.
The benefits of working with SCS:
* A specialist dedicated Social Work consultant offering single point of contact.
* Exceptional referral bonuses - £350 per referral placed in to work!
* An extensive & exclusive range of Social Work vacancies across the UK
* Nationwide provider Social Work staff to over 200 local authorities.
* Payroll service twice a week.
* Ltd and PAYE payment options available.
* Annual training budget of up to £250 and continued online CPD training.
* Excellent Annual Loyalty schemes / bonuses.
* DBS disclosures provided via fast-track online services free of charge.