Qualified Social Worker – 14 Young People’s Team
| Posting date: | 07 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £22.20 to £29.16 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | PAYE: £22.20 per hour Umbrella: £29.16 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 06 February 2026 |
| Location: | Tonypandy, Rhondda Cynon Taff |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Neway International Ltd |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | RQ1672062 |
Summary
Neway International are seeking a Qualified Social Worker to join our client based with Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council
Location: Community Services – 14+ Team (Ty Catrin, Pontypridd & Cynon PO, Trecynon)
Hours: 37 per week
Working Pattern: 09:00 – 17:00
Start Date: 26 January 2026
End Date: ongoing
About the Role
Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council is seeking a committed and qualified Social Worker (Grade 11) to join their 14+ Team on a short‑term maternity cover assignment. This is a frontline role supporting young people aged 14+ through high‑quality social work practice, assessment, care planning and review.
You will work collaboratively with young people, their families, carers and partner agencies to safeguard wellbeing, promote independence and ensure statutory responsibilities are met in line with the Social Services and Well‑being (Wales) Act 2014.
Team days are based across Ty Catrin, Pontypridd and Cynon PO, Trecynon, and the successful candidate will be expected to attend these locations as required.
Key Responsibilities
Undertake proportionate assessments with young people and their families, identifying outcomes and developing care and support plans
Manage a defined caseload, ensuring timely recording, review and statutory compliance
Work in partnership with multi‑agency professionals to safeguard and promote wellbeing
Engage directly with young people to understand their needs, wishes and aspirations
Identify and manage risk, ensuring appropriate interventions are in place
Prepare high‑quality written assessments, reports and case documentation
Participate in statutory meetings including CLA Reviews, protection conferences and planning meetings
Promote independence, resilience and positive outcomes for young people
Maintain accurate electronic case records in line with departmental procedures
Uphold the Social Care Wales Code of Professional Practice and engage in reflective supervision
Candidate Requirements
Essential:
Qualified Social Worker (MA/Degree in Social Work or recognised equivalent)
Registration with Social Care Wales
Experience working with children and young people, ideally within a 14+ or safeguarding context
Strong understanding of the Social Services and Well‑being (Wales) Act 2014
Knowledge of child development, risk assessment and care planning
Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload
Enhanced DBS (Child & Adult Workforce)
Ability to travel independently across the service area
Desirable:
Experience working within Welsh local authority children’s services
Knowledge of Welsh language (Level 1 required; higher levels desirable)
Location: Community Services – 14+ Team (Ty Catrin, Pontypridd & Cynon PO, Trecynon)
Hours: 37 per week
Working Pattern: 09:00 – 17:00
Start Date: 26 January 2026
End Date: ongoing
About the Role
Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council is seeking a committed and qualified Social Worker (Grade 11) to join their 14+ Team on a short‑term maternity cover assignment. This is a frontline role supporting young people aged 14+ through high‑quality social work practice, assessment, care planning and review.
You will work collaboratively with young people, their families, carers and partner agencies to safeguard wellbeing, promote independence and ensure statutory responsibilities are met in line with the Social Services and Well‑being (Wales) Act 2014.
Team days are based across Ty Catrin, Pontypridd and Cynon PO, Trecynon, and the successful candidate will be expected to attend these locations as required.
Key Responsibilities
Undertake proportionate assessments with young people and their families, identifying outcomes and developing care and support plans
Manage a defined caseload, ensuring timely recording, review and statutory compliance
Work in partnership with multi‑agency professionals to safeguard and promote wellbeing
Engage directly with young people to understand their needs, wishes and aspirations
Identify and manage risk, ensuring appropriate interventions are in place
Prepare high‑quality written assessments, reports and case documentation
Participate in statutory meetings including CLA Reviews, protection conferences and planning meetings
Promote independence, resilience and positive outcomes for young people
Maintain accurate electronic case records in line with departmental procedures
Uphold the Social Care Wales Code of Professional Practice and engage in reflective supervision
Candidate Requirements
Essential:
Qualified Social Worker (MA/Degree in Social Work or recognised equivalent)
Registration with Social Care Wales
Experience working with children and young people, ideally within a 14+ or safeguarding context
Strong understanding of the Social Services and Well‑being (Wales) Act 2014
Knowledge of child development, risk assessment and care planning
Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload
Enhanced DBS (Child & Adult Workforce)
Ability to travel independently across the service area
Desirable:
Experience working within Welsh local authority children’s services
Knowledge of Welsh language (Level 1 required; higher levels desirable)