Principal Social Worker - Front Door

About you:
• Significant proven post qualifying experience including in-depth experience in the field of child and family social work, including Front Door/ MASH work.
• Experience of coaching/mentoring including practice teaching
• Experience of Multi Agency work at a senior level
• Knowledge of current legislation, national guidance and best practice.
• Commitment to the achievement of the highest possible standards of
professional practice by all team members through co-working,
coaching/mentoring and the provision of advice, guidance and assistance.
What you will do:
• Equip the team to work at pace to swiftly conclude the Front Door element of work on referrals to Children's Services
• Prioritise the many competing demands on the team
• Chair multi-agency meetings
• Make effective decisions
• Ensuring assessments are proportionate to need
• Quality assure the work of the team and provide support to continually improve practice.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact:
Richard Morrison - richard.morrison1@powys.gov.uk

This position has a requirement for an Enhanced DBS Check