Intake and Assessments Social Worker

Company: Charles Hunter Associates
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Location: Cardiff
Job Description:

A Local Authority is looking for an Experienced Social Worker for their Intake and Assessments service in South Wales. This is a permanent and full-time position that is hybrid working.

You must have a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and have the right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship available)

About the team

This Intake & Assessment service is a fast-paced and dynamic team working with a diverse population across the area. Practitioners complete Well-being and Section 47 assessments and provide short-term interventions to support families and increase safety within the home. Cases are generally held for a short period before being transferred at the first planning meeting, allowing social workers to focus on assessment and intervention. The team is well established with experienced staff who support each other through challenging work and operate within a strengths-based model to achieve the best possible outcomes for children and families.

About the job

  • Completing Well-being and Section 47 assessments
  • Providing short-term interventions to support families and increase safety within the home
  • Holding cases for a short period before transfer at planning meetings
  • Contributing to care proceedings and private law proceedings where required
  • Working collaboratively with families and partner agencies to assess and meet needs
  • Maintaining accurate records and producing concise reports
  • Working creatively within a strengths-based practice model

About you

The successful candidate will have a social work degree with post qualification experience in Children’s Social Work whilst having an up-to-date understanding of relevant fostering legislation. You must be registered with Social Care Wales

What’s on offer?

  • Salary of £40,777 to £45,091 dependant on experience
  • £5,000 market supplement per annum paid monthly
  • 28 days annual leave rising to 33 days after 5 years
  • Option to purchase up to 10 additional days annual leave
  • Flexible working with flexi scheme
  • Supportive and established team environment
  • Further benefits

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Posted: June 1st, 2026