Registered Social Worker – Family Support & Protection

About the role

Our client, Monmouthshire County Council, is seeking a Registered Social Worker to join the Family Support & Protection team in Abergavenny. You will assess and plan for children, young people and families who need social care intervention, ensuring their health, wellbeing and safety.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of children, young people and families.
• Develop and monitor outcome‑focused care plans within set timeframes.
• Prepare written evidence and progress cases to legal proceedings when necessary.
• Collaborate with multi‑agency partners to reduce risk and vulnerability.
• Engage with courts and provide testimony as required.

Required profile

• Current registration with Social Care Wales (SCW) or Social Care England (SCE); willingness to register with SCW if not already.
• Recent experience working within the court arena.
• Strong relationship‑building skills with children, families and carers.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable individuals.

Required skills

• Registration with SCW or SCE (or willingness to obtain).
• Experience in court proceedings related to child protection.

What we offer

• One‑to‑one support from a dedicated consultant.
• Access to a wide range of locum opportunities across the UK.
• Referral bonus of up to £250 per successful placement.
• Double payrolls each week.
• Enhanced DBS disclosure required.