Qualified Social Worker

Job Advert: Qualified Social Worker (Children’s Services) – Grade ILocation: Carmarthen
Employment Type: Temporary (12 Weeks)
Start Date: 11 January 2026
End Date: 11 April 2026
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Working Hours: 09:00 – 17:30

Pay Rates:

• PAYE: £30.50 per hour
• Umbrella: £37.54 per hour

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About the RoleNetwork Recruitment Wales is recruiting a Qualified Social Worker (Grade I) to join Carmarthenshire County Council’s Children’s Services on a 12-week temporary basis. This role has arisen to cover a vacancy due to secondment and offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to safeguarding and supporting children and families within a well-established local authority team.
S47 (Section 47) training is required for this role.

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What You’ll Do

• Undertake statutory social work duties in line with the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act.
• Complete high-quality assessments, care planning, and interventions to safeguard children and promote positive outcomes.
• Manage a caseload effectively, ensuring timely decision-making and accurate record keeping.
• Prepare reports and attend relevant meetings, including child protection conferences and court proceedings when required.
• Work collaboratively with children, families, carers, and multi-agency partners.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding procedures, policies, and best practice standards.

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What We’re Looking For

• A qualified Social Worker with a recognised professional qualification (Diploma in Social Work, BA/BSc/MA in Social Work, or CQSW).
• Registration with Social Care Wales (or equivalent UK registration).
• S47 training (essential).
• Strong assessment, report-writing, and communication skills.
• Experience working within Children’s Services, including safeguarding and child protection.
• Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment.

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Essential Requirements

• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Enhanced DBS check.
• Criminal Convictions Declaration.
• Professional qualification in Social Work (essential).
• CV and proof of qualifications.
• Photo ID.
• Signed Confidentiality Agreement.
• Health Declaration/Questionnaire.
• A minimum of 5 years’ work history/references.

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Why Join Us?This role offers a rewarding opportunity to work within a supportive Children’s Services team at Carmarthenshire County Council. You’ll play a vital role in safeguarding children while gaining valuable local authority experience, supported by experienced managers and clear professional frameworks.

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How to ApplyIf you’re a qualified Social Worker available from January 2026 and meet the requirements, we’d love to hear from you.
📞 Contact: Network Recruitment Wales – 01443 230222
🌐 Apply online: https://www.networkrecruitmentwales.co.uk/nrwpeople/

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Network Recruitment Wales is an equal opportunities employer.