Social Worker - Children's Services in Newport, Gwent

Social Worker – Children’s Services
Location: Newport, South Wales (Hybrid Working)
Pay Rate: £29.22 per hour (PAYE) | £39.16 per hour (Umbrella)
Contract: 12-week temporary assignment
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week

Seven Resourcing is recruiting for a dedicated and experienced Social Worker – Children’s Services to join a busy and supportive team in Newport. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a dynamic environment, supporting children, young people, and families while managing a varied and rewarding caseload.

The Role

As a Social Worker, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality, person-centred social care services in line with current legislation, policies, and best practice. You will manage a caseload of children and families, undertaking assessments, implementing care plans, and working collaboratively with multi-agency partners to achieve positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of children and families, including complex cases

• Undertake assessments, reviews, and care planning in line with statutory requirements

• Respond to referrals and take appropriate action in a timely manner

• Work closely with children, families, and carers to deliver person-centred interventions

• Build strong partnerships with internal teams and external agencies

• Ensure accurate and up-to-date case recording and documentation

• Safeguard children and young people, ensuring their welfare remains the priority

• Gather and utilise feedback from service users to improve outcomes and service delivery

• Attend and contribute to meetings, case conferences, and reviews

Essential Skills & Experience

• Qualified Social Worker with relevant professional registration

• Experience working within Children’s Services or a similar setting

• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and relevant legislation

• Ability to manage a varied and complex caseload effectively

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

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