Job Details
- Location
- Pembrokeshire
- Contract Type
- Full Time
- Salary
- Expiry Date
- 27/05/2026
Job Description
Qualified Social Worker – Childcare Assessment (Children’s Services)
Pembrokeshire
Salary: £36,363 – £40,777 + £3,000 Market Supplement (reviewed annually)
£3,000 Golden Hello + £8,000 Relocation Package
Full-time / Part-time considered
We are delighted to be supporting Pembrokeshire County Council in the recruitment of a permanent Qualified Social Worker to join their Childcare Assessment Team within Children’s Services.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and forward-thinking local authority, offering excellent benefits including a generous relocation package and Golden Hello payment.
About the Role
As part of the Intake and Assessment Team, you will be the first point of contact for new referrals concerning children and young people aged 0–18 (including unborn children).
You will:
- Manage and assess a wide range of referrals, from requests for information to safeguarding concerns
- Work with children who may be at risk of significant harm or identified as children in need
- Complete short-term work (typically up to 12 weeks) following initial referrals
- Make informed decisions and signpost cases to relevant teams for longer-term intervention where required
About You
To be considered, you will need:
- A recognised Social Work qualification
- Registration with Social Care Wales
- An enhanced DBS (on the update service or willingness to obtain one)
- A minimum of 3 years’ referencing history
Why Apply?
- Competitive salary with annual market supplement review
- £3,000 Golden Hello payment
- £8,000 relocation package
- Flexible working options (full-time or part-time)
- Opportunity to work within a diverse and rewarding service making a real impact
Interested?
For more information or to apply, please contact Sarah Leigh or Kate Bowen at Hoop Recruitment on 02922 400519
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Childcare Assessment Team Social Worker - Pembrokeshire - Permanent