About the jobThis is an exciting time to be joining the team with the introduction of the Social Service & Wellbeing Act (SSWB Act) and the development of the Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) which means the team is based in a co-located unit at Cardiff Bay Police Station with partner agencies engaged in the Safeguarding agenda.
Fast paced, office based, no case holding but with a constantly changing work load the Children's Services MASH team is looking to recruit a suitably experienced Grade 8 Social Worker.
What We Are Looking For From YouThe work involves timely risk assessment of contacts / referrals to the MASH and the early identification of those at risk including multi agency strategy discussions for decision making and safeguarding actions.
It is essential you are a Registered Social Worker for this post.
Additional informationWith effect from 1st April 2024, these roles attract a market supplement of £5,000 (full time equivalent). (£44,513 - £48,693). This payment is reviewed on a 12 monthly basis.
This post has a requirement for registration with Social Care Wales.
This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced check.
Safeguarding and Child Protection are key priorities for the Council. We aim to support children and vulnerable adults to ensure they are as safe as they can possibly be. Our services and schools are committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and vulnerable adults, and will take action to safeguard their well-being, and acknowledge that children and vulnerable adults have a right to protection. This is supported in the general ethos of the Council and all schools.
This vacancy is suitable for post share.
We welcome applications in both English and Welsh. Applications received in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than English applications.
The interview process for this role will be held on a virtual basis using an appropriate online platform. If you have any concerns around your ability to participate in a virtual interview process please contact Laura.White3@cardiff.gov.uk.
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