Registered Social Worker

Job Advert: Registered Social Worker - Social Care Qualified
Location: Usk
Employment Type: Temporary (13 Weeks)
Start Date: 29 September 2025
Hours: 22.5 hours per week (3 days per week, including 1-2 days in office)
Salary: PAYE: £29.24 per hour | Umbrella: £38.43 per hour

Are you a dedicated Registered Social Worker looking to make a difference in children’s lives? Network Recruitment Wales is seeking a skilled Registered Social Worker to join the Early Help and Assessment Team (Front Door Service) in Monmouthshire for a 13-week temporary role, covering long-term sickness absence. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive, friendly team with a highly approachable manager.

What You’ll Do:

• Conduct high-quality assessments of children, families, and carers, analysing strengths and risks.
• Develop and implement plans to safeguard children and enhance the resilience of their parents/carers.
• Respond to crises and participate in office duty as required.
• Contribute to the development of existing children’s services and help shape future provisions.
• Work a mix of office-based (1-2 days per week at County Hall, Usk), home-based, and community visits across Monmouthshire.

What We’re Looking For:

• A qualified Social Worker registered with Social Care Wales (or equivalent).
• Experience in completing assessments and formulating safeguarding plans.
• Strong analytical and communication skills to work effectively with children, families, and multi-agency partners.
• Ability to work flexibly, including responding to crises and participating in duty rotas.
• A full UK Category B driving licence with business-use insurance, as Monmouthshire is a spread-out county requiring travel for community visits.
• Candidates must live within an easy commuting distance to Usk, NP15 1GA, and be available to start within 2-3 weeks.

Essential Requirements:

• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Social Care Wales registration.
• Enhanced DBS check and Criminal Convictions Declaration.
• Signed Confidentiality Agreement.
• 5 years of references/work history.
• Full UK driving licence and car insurance (business use).
• Proof of qualifications (Social Work Degree or equivalent).

Why Join Us?
Join a welcoming and supportive team dedicated to early help and safeguarding children. With a flexible hybrid working model (office, home, and community-based), this role offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to vital services in Monmouthshire while benefiting from excellent management support.

How to Apply:
Ready to make an impact? Submit your CV and required documents to Network Recruitment Wales today! Contact us at 01443 230222 or visit https://www.networkrecruitmentwales.co.uk/nrw-people/ for more details.
Don’t miss this chance to join a dynamic team in Children’s Services – apply now!

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