Social Worker - Port Talbot Community Children's Team
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37 hrs
Location of post: Fairways, Sandfields, Port Talbot
Is this post a secondment? NO
Hybrid Working Arrangements supported however expectation that the post holder is available to be office based, as required by the service.
Neath Port Talbot's Children & Young People’s Services is thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and enthusiastic Social Worker to be part of our community team in Port Talbot. This role is your chance to create a positive impact on the lives of children, young people, and families in need.
As a Social Worker in our team, you will provide families with support and guidance within a community-based team.
Our vision is to create a welcoming family hwb which will encourage the community and families to feel safe and welcome at our building.
We are looking for someone who is keen to get involved in community projects which aim to help support families with basic building blocks such as good housekeeping, school routines and other areas that can sometimes be a struggle.
The aim is to provide preventative work alongside safeguarding practice.
We are keen to welcome enthusiastic Social Workers who have new ideas and an interest in working in a multi-agency approach to help support families.
The role also includes working with families to safeguard children and this will include on a Child Protection basis and within the court arena, both private and public law however, alongside this we are keen to encourage families to engage in our support workshops which will help build new skills and allow families to work together.
At Neath Port Talbot, we pride ourselves on our innovative and forward-thinking approach. We adapt to change, embrace flexibility, and strive for sustainable solutions for children and families. Our bespoke, creative, and outcome-focused plans aim to improve the wellbeing of families, giving them the best start in life. With one of the lowest caseloads in the country, our strong and stable team structures ensure that you will have the support you need to succeed.
We offer a comprehensive induction program, regular supervision, and ongoing training and development opportunities. Our competitive salary and generous terms and conditions include 25 days of annual leave (rising to 32 days after 5 years of continuous service), plus 2 extra days at Christmas, a pension scheme, and a sick pay scheme. You'll also enjoy discounted membership rates at our brand-new multi-million-pound leisure facility, which includes access to gyms, swimming pools, fitness classes, and a health suite.
Neath Port Talbot boasts excellent travel links to the M4 and is renowned for its industrial heritage, stunning coastline, and beautiful countryside. With attractions like Aberafan Seafront, Waterfall Country, Gnoll Estate, Margam Park, and Afan Forest Park, you'll have plenty of opportunities to explore and enjoy the area.
If you have the experience and qualifications for this role and are interested in making a real difference, we would love to hear from you. Join us in having a positive impact and become a part of Team NPT!
About us:
We believe in rewarding and recognising our colleagues’ efforts and achievements. We also believe that there’s life at work and life outside of work. We want everyone to be healthy and happy and have the financial resources and support they need.
Choose to work for us and you’ll be rewarded with a range of attractive benefits and support to help you live your best life.
- Hybrid working (in some roles) and flexible working schemes to improve your work life balance
- Benefit from a competitive employee package with a remarkable 15.3% employer pension contribution
- Utilise the cycle to work scheme with up to 40% off bikes and cycling equipment
- Purchase a new car through Tusker salary sacrifice scheme
- Enjoy exclusive discounts at local and national retailers with the Smart Spend app through our staff wellbeing group
If you would like to start a rewarding career with a company that values and invests in its employees and you have the necessary experience and qualifications, this could be your dream job and we would love to hear from you.
For an informal discussion, please contact Robyn Kingston, Team Manager or Maria Selby, Principal Officer on:
Email: r.kingston@npt.gov.uk / m.selby@npt.gov.uk
This post is subject to an enhanced with child barred list DBS disclosure
Neath Port Talbot Council is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Our employees are equally committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and young people and will take action to safeguard their wellbeing.
The recruitment process for this post will be underpinned by rigorous safer recruitment assessment to ensure that children and young people are protected.
Welsh Language skills are not required for this post.
Additional Information:
Applications may be submitted in Welsh, applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have a disability and armed forces veterans.
In support of employees of Tata Steel who are at risk of redundancy, or have been made redundant in 2024, Neath Port Talbot Council is offering a guaranteed interview for jobs across the Council.
Please note that applicants must meet all the essential criteria, as shown in the person specification, to qualify for a guaranteed interview.
If you are or going to be affected by the job losses at Tata Steel then we would welcome an application from you.
Just make it known on your application form that you are currently at risk of redundancy or you have been made redundant.
At Team NPT, we all work together to serve the people, communities and businesses of Neath Port Talbot.
We are committed to providing training opportunities and the professional development of all our employees.
We look forward to welcoming you to Team NPT.