We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Cardiff to assist with the appointment of a Social Work Assistant, on a 3-month contract, likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration. Rate of Pay : £14.93 - £18.80 per hour Responsibilities: To have an understanding of legal, policy and procedural frameworks for social work practice as laid down in the Code of Practice for Social Workers. To work with individuals, families, carer groups and communities to help them make To assist citizens to maximise their independence and coping skills. To assess needs, risks and options, taking into account legislation and other requirements, including safeguarding adults at risk under the Social Services and Well-Being (Wales) Act 2014. To assess, identify, plan, implement and review the circumstances of individuals and their families and the need for procedural and legal intervention to meet their immediate needs. Experience : Experience of working with people with Mental ill health Please note: You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice. You should have right to work in U.K This role requires an Enhanced DBS Disclaimer : Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary, though assignments can be and often are, extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent. Important : We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. Your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service. RQ1376227