Adults Social Worker – Care & Support (2 positions)
Location: Aberdare – Trecynon. Working hours: PAYE £30.50 per hour, Umbrella £38.43 per hour. Hybrid working available (predominantly home‑working). Attendance required on site one day per week: Taff East Team – Tuesday, Cynon South Team – Thursday.
Role Overview
The role involves supporting adults aged 18+ with a range of needs including physical disabilities, chronic illness, learning disabilities, and mental health conditions. You will manage a varied caseload, undertake complex assessments and interventions, and work closely with families, partner agencies, health professionals, housing services, and the police.
Responsibilities
- Conduct assessments and develop care plans for adults.
- Provide interventions and support to improve independence and wellbeing.
- Collaborate with multi‑agency partners and maintain safeguarding focus.
- Maintain accurate record keeping and report writing.
Qualifications and Experience
- Social Work qualification and registration with Social Care Wales.
- Experience within Adults Services.
- Strong assessment, communication and report writing skills.
- Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
- Proactive, organised, compassionate approach to practice; commitment to strengths‑based and person‑centred working.
- Experience or understanding of Continuing Health Care and Care & Treatment Planning under the Mental Health Measure (Wales) 2010 is advantageous.
Benefits
- Supportive and welcoming management structure.
- Regular professional supervision and peer support.
- Opportunities to develop specialist interests.
- Access to excellent post‑qualifying training and development.
- Experience supporting students and research‑informed practice.
- Strong focus on work‑life balance and staff wellbeing.
- Hybrid working flexibility.
Application
Given the nature of the role, only applications from individuals with a social work qualification and registration with Social Care Wales will be considered. No sponsorship provided. Contact SarahLeigh at Hoop Social Work in Cardiff by phone (02922400519) for an informal chat. Please only apply if you meet the criteria.
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