Unaccompanied Asylum Seeker – Social Work – South Wales
NonStop Consulting
We are seeking a dedicated Peripatetic Principal Social Worker to support the Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC) Team and Practice Improvement in Intake and Assessment (I&A). This hybrid role requires you to work 3 days a week, with at least 1 day in the office. This dual role is essential for ensuring excellence in practice and leadership within our service.
Key Responsibilities:
- UASC Team Management: Lead and manage a small team of 5 practitioners, ensuring that Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children receive the highest standard of care, including effective assessments, care planning, and legal interventions when necessary.
- Practice Improvement: Collaborate with Team Managers and the Operations Manager to develop and implement strategies for practice improvement in Intake and Assessment, with a focus on supporting career progression from Newly Qualified Social Workers (NQSW) to Senior Social Workers.
Why Join Us?
- Fast-Paced and Exciting Environment: Our client’s diverse demography ensures that our I&A team is always engaged in dynamic and progressive work, offering you the opportunity to make a real difference.
- Structured and Organised Work: With a duty rota that allows for structured planning and recording, you’ll have the time to deliver quality interventions and achieve the best outcomes for families.
- Collaborative Team: Work alongside an established team of experienced practitioners who support one another, especially during challenging times.
- Continued Professional Development: The Council is committed to the growth of all employees, offering training opportunities to ensure your skills and knowledge are always up to date.
The Benefits:
- Impactful Leadership: Play a crucial role in shaping the future of social work practice in the local area, leading initiatives that improve the lives of children and families.
- Diverse and Progressive Work: Gain valuable experience in two key service areas, working with a wide range of cases and legal proceedings.
- Hybrid Working: Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid role, balancing office attendance with remote work.
Requirements:
- Degree in social care
- Social Work Wales registration
- 2+ years experience in Mental Health Social Work
What NonStop Care offers:
* A designated consultant who will be your personal point of contact
* CV review service
* Social care roles throughout the UK
* Insider interview advice and preparation
* A constant source of new opportunities
What I offer:
* An in-depth knowledge and understanding of the Social Care sector.
* A direct point of contact with Local Authorities.
* To manage your entire interview process from your initial application, to your offer and beyond.
* To negotiate the best possible rates for you.
If any of these roles do not seem quite right for you, but you would like to have a conversation about other Social Care roles or would like any further advice on Social Care roles throughout the UK please contact NonStop Care on 0207 940 2100, and ask for Thomas Napier, or feel free to reach out to me via my email: t.napier@nonstop-recruitment.com.
