Principal Social Worker G9
Cardiff Council
Who You Are
You are an experienced principal social worker who excels in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You thrive in a co-located unit with the ability to engage effectively with partner agencies focused on safeguarding. Your leadership skills will be evident as you guide a small sub-team, focusing on their development and professional growth.
What the Job Involves
You will be responsible for the timely risk assessment of contacts and referrals to the Family Advise Support and Protection Hub (FASPH), identifying those at risk early on. This includes spearheading multi-agency strategy discussions for effective decision-making and safeguarding actions. Under the Team Manager's supervision, you'll lead high-risk strategy meetings on a rotational basis while supporting "Ragging" referrals, allocation, and assessment authorization. Additionally, you'll work closely with FASPH partner agencies, help promote constructive relationships, and contribute to service development, including participation in Task Force Groups.
Skills
- Strong leadership and team management
- Proficient in risk assessment and strategy development
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to work with partner agencies
- Experience in staff development and supervision