Potens Recruitment is proud to partner with Cardiff Council to recruit an experienced Social Worker for their Older People’s Team. This role focuses on supporting individuals living with dementia within residential and nursing placements, working collaboratively with providers and professionals to enhance care quality and opportunities for those in placements. This is an exciting opportunity for a compassionate and experienced professional to make a meaningful impact on the lives of older adults in Cardiff. Key Responsibilities: Conduct scheduled reviews and monitoring visits to residential and nursing homes to assess care quality and individual outcomes. Promote and enhance the lives of individuals living with dementia by working closely with placement providers to create better opportunities and improve care. Collaborate with care providers to address challenges and implement improvements in dementia care practices. Prepare detailed reports and provide updates to the Team Manager on placement visits, assessments, and outcomes. Liaise with professionals, including healthcare colleagues, to ensure seamless, multi-disciplinary support. Uphold safeguarding standards and adhere to statutory requirements in all care reviews and interventions. What We’re Looking For: Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work Wales registration. Experience working in older people’s services, particularly with individuals living with dementia. Knowledge of residential and nursing care standards and relevant legislation. Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with care providers and multi-agency teams. A compassionate and proactive approach to improving the lives of older people in care. Why Join Potens Recruitment? Competitive pay rates aligned with local authority agreements. Flexible hybrid working arrangements, including office-based work at Cardiff County Hall (CF10 4UW). Opportunity to enhance dementia care practices and make a tangible difference. Work within a supportive team committed to improving outcomes for older people. Contract Details: Duration: Ongoing, with regular extension reviews. Location: Hybrid role based at Cardiff County Hall, with travel across Cardiff. Pay Rate: Competitive rates aligned with local authority agreements. Join Cardiff Council’s Older People’s Team to make a lasting impact on the lives of individuals living with dementia. Apply today through Potens Recruitment Potens Recruitment is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and ensure no individual is treated less favourably on the grounds of gender, age, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic