Childrens Social Worker – Intake and Assessment – #OR107485

Job Description

Vale of Glamorgan Council is seeking a qualified Children’s Social Worker to deliver an effective intake and assessment service for children and families in Barry, Vale of Glamorgan. This is a meaningful frontline role at the heart of safeguarding practice, working under the All Wales Pledge framework.

You will undertake wellbeing assessments, support Section 47 safeguarding enquiries, and complete work associated with private law proceedings. Day-to-day responsibilities include gathering and analysing information from families and partner agencies to identify risks, needs and strengths; contributing to multi-agency safeguarding processes; completing safeguarding checks and court-related reports; and ensuring the voice and lived experience of the child informs all assessments and decision-making. Accurate, timely case recording is essential throughout.

The successful candidate will bring solid experience working with children, young people and families in a safeguarding setting, alongside a strong strengths-based approach to collaborative practice. You will have a sound knowledge of child protection, wellbeing assessments and Section 47 processes, as well as an understanding of private law work. Strong analytical, communication and report-writing skills are essential, as is the ability to manage a varied caseload and work effectively across partner agencies.

A recognised social work qualification and registration with Social Care Wales is required. The role is based at Gladstone Road, Barry, and is offered on a locum basis at £28.15–£36.88 per hour via Prism, commencing 27 July 2026.

If you are a motivated children’s social worker ready to make a real difference in South Wales, please get in touch today.

What’s on offer:

* Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly
* Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders
* A desirable location with great transport links
* A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environment

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