Social Worker

Social Worker – Children’s Integrated Disability Service

Location: Brecon (Part office-based, part home working)
Contract: 24th March 2025 – 20th June 2025
Hours: 22.2 hours/week, Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Pay: £29.64 - £37.30 per hour

Are you a compassionate Social Worker ready to transform lives in North Powys? Join Network Recruitment Wales as a Social Worker in the Children’s Integrated Disability Service and support children with significant disabilities or health diagnoses. Earn £29.64–£37.30/hour, enjoy a part-time hybrid role (22.2 hours/week), and make a lasting impact with a friendly, experienced team—all backed by a leading Welsh agency.

Why This Role?
Change Lives: Help children with disabilities thrive through holistic support and creative care solutions.
Balanced Workload: Manage a varied caseload—assessments, care & support, and child protection—in a supportive setting.
Hybrid Flexibility: Blend office work in North Powys with home-based tasks for a great work-life fit.
Team Spirit: Join a tight-knit crew of social and wellbeing workers, collaborating with health and education partners.

What You’ll Do:
Assess and support children with disabilities (e.g., Cerebral Palsy, Down’s Syndrome, Autism) and their families.
Handle a mix of cases—new assessments, care & support plans, and some child protection or court work.
Work creatively to promote safety, independence, and potential, adhering to the Social Services and Well-being (W ales) Act 2014.
Partner with your team, covering duties and building strong relationships with colleagues and external agencies.
Safeguard children by identifying risks and crafting plans that prioritise their wellbeing and inclusion.

What We’re Looking For:
Qualifications: Social Work Degree (DipSW or equivalent) and registration with Social Care Wales.
Experience: Post-qualifying experience in assessments and risk identification (disability/childcare experience a big plus).
Skills: Strong communication, IT, and caseload management, with empathy and person-centred approaches.
Qualities: Team player, adaptable, innovative, and committed to equality and confidentiality.
Bonus Points: Knowledge of direct payments, care packages, or Signs of Safety approach.

Why Choose NRW People Brand?
At Network Recruitment Wales, we’re your career allies:
Welsh Roots: We know the local landscape, placing you in roles that matter to Powys.
Top Support: From start to finish, we’ve got your back with seamless agency care.
Premium Pay: Enjoy competitive rates and part-time flexibility in a rewarding role.

Ready to Apply?
This contract runs from 24th March to 20th June 2025, offering 22.2 hours/week at £29.64–£37.30/hour in a role that blends purpose and compassion. Based in Brecon, you’ll split time between office and home working.
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