Social Worker - Family Support Worker

Job description

Beautiful Location | Loyalty Bonus | No Micro Management | 2/3 Days in County | Work Your Own Hours | Manageable Caseload

Are you a passionate Social Worker ready to make a meaningful impact on children and families across South West Wales?

Were proud to be partnering with several forward-thinking local authorities that are strengthening their Court Teams - vital services responsible for progressing care proceedings and managing complex safeguarding work, including some Child Protection (CP) responsibilities.

This role is ideal for experienced practitioners who want to make a difference within a stable, supportive, and outcome-driven environment.

What Youll Be Doing:

• Manage a defined caseload of court proceedings, ensuring timely completion of court-directed work, assessments, and care plans.
• Undertake high-quality parenting and risk assessments, and prepare clear, evidence-based statements and reports for court.
• Attend court hearings, liaising effectively with legal teams, guardians, and key professionals to ensure the best outcomes for children.
• Carry out some Child Protection work, including Section 47 enquiries, strategy discussions, and supporting families through safeguarding plans.
• Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners, ensuring a joined-up and child-centred approach.
• Promote stability and permanence planning in line with statutory frameworks and best practice guidance.

What You Can Expect

• Manageable Caseloads Focus on quality, not quantity.
• Career Growth Enhance your knowledge of care proceedings and gain insight into how different authorities operate.
• Long-Term, High-Paid Contract A stable, rewarding post within an experienced team.
• Flexible Working Hybrid model with only 2 days per week in county.
• Autonomy Manage your own diary, supported by a management team that values trust over micromanagement.
• Collaborative Environment Join a passionate, skilled team of professionals dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for children.

Why Work With Us

• Weekly check-ins with your dedicated consultant.
• Over 520 5-star Google reviews demonstrating our proven track record of supporting social workers.
• Loyalty bonuses, including a £500 refer-a-friend scheme.
• Seamless payroll and timesheet system Fridays made easy!
• Market-leading pay rates and long-term stability.
• Supportive management teams who understand the challenges of front-line practice.

Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker with registration to Social Care Wales.
• Previous experience in Court Proceedings, Safeguarding, or Child Protection teams.
• Strong report-writing, assessment, and communication skills.
• A proactive, reflective practitioner who values teamwork and professional development.

If youre an experienced Court Team Social Worker seeking a flexible, well-supported role in a beautiful part of Wales wed love to hear from you.

Contact Nathan on 07401 281738 or email for more details.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Mayhill

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

£38.00 Per Hour

Published at

17-06-2026

Profession type

Home Care Jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English