7 jobs found in Carmarthen

The Disabled Children's service supports children who have a lifelong, permanent and substantial disability. The service is made up of five teams: Enablement Team, 0-11 Team, 11+ Team, Eligibility Team and Occupational Therapy Team. The 11+ team specialises in delivering support to children and young people through transitional milestones. Supporting children from the age of 11 years through to 18 years. The primary aim of the 11+ team is to provide care and support to children and young people with complex physical and learning disabilities and/or life limiting conditions as they move from children's to adult services. They focus on promoting independence, managing complex needs, and preparing for adulthood, conducting assessments to create tailored support plans. As part of their role in supporting young people through transition, the team work closely with Adult Services. Preparing for transition, in some cases, can involve the undertaking of mental capacity assessments and...

Complaints Officer Local Authority | Mid Wales (County-Wide) A large local authority in Mid Wales is seeking an experienced Complaints Officer to support the statutory management and delivery of complaints, representations, compliments and comments across social services. This is a key role ensuring compliance with Welsh Government guidance, supporting service improvement, and embedding learning from complaints into operational practice. Assignment Details Contract Length: 10 months (ongoing assignment) Pay Rate: £22.84 per hour (Umbrella) Hours: 37 hours per weekThe Role Reporting into senior management, the Complaints Officer will lead on the effective coordination, investigation, monitoring and reporting of statutory complaints across children's and adult social services. The post holder will ensure complaints are handled fairly, transparently and in line with legislative requirements, while promoting learning, service improvement and excellent customer experience. Key...

Children’s Services Assessment Team Manager – Social Work Location: Children’s Services – Assessment Team - Powys County Council Hours: 37 Hours per week Contract: Initially 12 weeks - Potential to extend Salary/Rate: £47 UMBRELLA (£35.78 PAYE) Working alongside Powys County Council, We are looking for an experienced and motivated Team Manager to lead a busy Children’s Services Assessment Social Work Team. This is a key leadership role where you will drive high-quality practice, support staff development, and ensure timely, effective safeguarding responses for children and families. About the Role: As Team Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day running of the Assessment Team, ensuring that referrals, assessments, and child protection enquiries are managed effectively and within timescales. You will provide strong operational and practice leadership in a fast-paced environment focused on safeguarding and early decision-making. You will support and challenge practitioners...

This position is in the Assessment Team in the South of Powys. Candidates must hold a driving license and have access to a vehicle as Powys is remote and does not have regular public transport. You must hold Social Work Wales for this role. If you are interested in this role please send your updated CV in the first instance

Social Worker - Children's Services Location: Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council - Hybrid to include 1 day remote Contract Type: Full time - 37 hours per week - Initially 3 months - potential to extend Salary: £39.12 UMBRELLA ( (£29.22 PAYE) About the Role We are working on behalf of Blaenau Gwent County Coucil and are seeking a motivated and skilled Social Worker to join their Social Services team. This role is responsible for delivering a high standard of social work practice in line with current legislation, national guidance, and departmental policies. You will manage a varied caseload, carry out assessments, develop care plans, and work in partnership with service users, carers, and multi-agency professionals to promote independence, safety, and wellbeing. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Social Worker who is committed to person-centred practice, safeguarding, and continuous professional development. Key Responsibilities Provide social work...

Children's Social Worker Location: Vale of Glamorgan Council Contract: 12 weeks  Hours: 37 per week  Location: Vale of Glamorgan Salary: £36.88 UBRELLA (£28.15 PAYE) Working on behalf of Vale of Glamorgan Council, We are currently seeking an experienced Children’s Social Worker with a strong background in Section 47 enquiries and a passion for supporting children and families in complex circumstances. About the Role Working in our Intake Team You’ll play a vital role in safeguarding children, completing high‑quality assessments, and making timely, informed decisions that truly make a difference. This is a fast-paced, dynamic environment, where your ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines will be essential. You will have a dedicated focus on Section 47 assessments, giving you the opportunity to work at the forefront of child protection practice. If you are confident in applying relevant legislation and guidance, and committed to delivering compassionate,...

Job Title: Social Worker – Children’s Services (West Locality) Locations: Woodfieldside, Ty Gilfach, Ty Pontygwindy, Rhymney Responsible to: Team Manager Salary: £287.23 Per day UMBRELLA (£216.82 PAYE) Contract Type: Full Time - 37 Hours per week - Initially 3 months - potential to extend Working on behalf of Caerphilly County Borough Council, we are looking for a passionate and skilled Social Worker to join their Children’s Services Team covering the West locality of Caerphilly County Borough. This is a rewarding frontline role working with children and families who require assessment, support, and protection. You will manage a varied caseload from initial assessment through to longer-term intervention, including child protection, looked after children, and court work. You will be part of a supportive team structure with regular supervision and opportunities for professional development. The Role You will: Deliver high-quality assessments and care management for children and...