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Caerphilly County Borough Council are seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Social Work Practitioner to join their North Caerphilly CMHT. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a supportive, multi-disciplinary team of professionals dedicated to improving the lives of adults with learning disabilities. Based in Rhymney, the team provides a holistic and person-centered approach to service delivery, ensuring high-quality outcomes for individuals and their families.
Responsibilities- Work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team to assess, plan, and deliver tailored support for adults with learning disabilities.
- Act as a key practitioner for complex cases, offering expert advice and guidance to colleagues and stakeholders.
- Undertake comprehensive assessments under relevant legislation, including the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014.
- Develop and review care plans in partnership with individuals, their families, and other professionals.
- Lead on safeguarding concerns, ensuring adherence to statutory frameworks and council policies.
- Promote independence and well-being by implementing strength-based approaches to support.
- Experience: Substantial post-qualification experience in adult social work, preferably within a learning disabilities or mental health setting.
- Qualifications: Degree in Social Work or equivalent and registration with Social Care Wales.
- Skills: Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Ability to manage a complex caseload with professionalism and empathy.
- Knowledge: A thorough understanding of the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014, safeguarding principles, and best practices in adult social care.
- Work within a supportive, multi-disciplinary environment committed to professional development.
- Be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and making a positive impact in the community.
- Access to ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career progression.
If you are interested, please call Chris Richardson on or email me your CV -
If this role isn't right for you, but you know someone who would fit perfectly to our engaged and devoted team and you refer them, you will receive a referral bonus of £350.
The benefits of working with SCS:
- A specialist dedicated Social Work consultant offering single point of contact.
- Exceptional referral bonuses - £350 per referral placed in to work!
- An extensive & exclusive range of Social Work vacancies across the UK
- Nationwide provider Social Work staff to over 200 local authorities.
- Payroll service twice a week.
- Ltd and PAYE payment options available.
- Annual training budget of up to £250 and continued online CPD training.
- Excellent Annual Loyalty schemes / bonuses.
- DBS disclosures provided via fast-track online services free of charge.
