front door team duty social worker - none case holding.

About Us:

The Vale of Glamorgan Council is dedicated to delivering outstanding services and support to our community. Our Front Door Team plays a critical role in initial assessments, providing timely and effective responses to ensure the well-being of individuals and families. We are seeking a skilled and motivated Non-Caseholding Social Worker to join our dynamic team and contribute to our mission of safeguarding and supporting our residents.

Job Description:

As a Non-Caseholding Social Worker in our Front Door Team, you will be responsible for conducting initial assessments and providing expert advice and guidance to service users and professionals. You will play a key role in triaging referrals, ensuring that individuals receive the right support at the right time, and facilitating access to appropriate services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducting timely and comprehensive initial assessments.
• Providing expert advice and support to service users and professionals.
• Triaging referrals to determine appropriate pathways and interventions.
• Collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure coordinated responses.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of all interactions and decisions.
• Participating in strategy discussions and multi-agency meetings as needed.
• Keeping informed about best practices, policies, and legal requirements in social work.
• Supporting the continuous improvement of service delivery within the team.

Requirements:

• A degree in Social Work (or equivalent).
• Registration with Social Care Wales.
• Proven experience in social work, preferably in a front door or assessment team.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding practices and relevant legislation.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and reflective practice.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.#
• A dedicated 1-1 consultant
• Career progression support

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.