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This will include chairing complex meetings, supervision of staff, and ensuring performance and data information is properly collated and recorded on the WCCIS system and monitored in accordance with quarterly reporting requirements.\n \nThe 14+ Team will offer you the opportunity to work with young people aged 14 years and over who are in need of care and support, in need of protection, are looked after and/or are care leavers (until aged 25). The post offers the opportunity to develop your skills, knowledge and practice in relation to young people across all manner of statutory intervention including assessment, care planning, long term planning, pathway planning and transition to adulthood.\nWe welcome applications from experienced team managers and experienced senior practitioners who feel ready to take the next steps in their careers.\nPrincipal responsibilities include providing guidance, support and leadership to qualified social workers, support workers and personal advisors tasked with assessment and care and support planning for vulnerable children and young people aged 14 and over. You will be required to provide formal and informal supervision to members of the team in partnership with the senior practitioners.\nThe 14+ team office offers indoor and outdoor space which promotes group work and independent living skills development for the children and families we support. We want to offer a safe space to young people to learn new skills and for all 14+ staff to be involved in providing unique and creative ways of engaging young people to promote their wellbeing and safety.\n \nThere are exciting opportunities available to the team which enables and encourages creativity in how we can meet the needs of our older children who are looked after and our care leavers through use of the St David’s Day grant. This has, in recent years, included the opportunity for staff to plan and facilitate activities for our young people inclusive of day and residential trips.\n \nAbout You\nWe are looking for a dedicated and experienced individual with a passion for supporting children, young people and families. You should have a proven track record in managing teams and delivering services. Your leadership style should be inclusive and motivational, fostering a collaborative work environment. You will need excellent communication skills to build effective working relationships with internal teams, partner agencies, and service users.\n \nA strong commitment to safeguarding, professional development, and continuous improvement is essential. You should be adept at interpreting information to understand local needs and drive service enhancements. If you are passionate about young people, promoting their voice and delivering a service which is focused on outcomes and strengths, then this will be a rewarding and exciting opportunity for you.\n \nAbout Us\nAt Blaenau Gwent, we are committed to providing exceptional services that make a real difference in our community. We empower our staff with supportive leadership, efficient tools, and continuous learning opportunities. Our focus on staff satisfaction and effectiveness ensures a positive and productive work environment.\n \nJoining our team means being part of a passionate and innovative group dedicated to empowering families and fostering positive change. We offer a range of benefits, including:\n \n<ul>\n<li>Competitive salary</li>\n<li>Excellent local government pension scheme</li>\n<li>Ongoing training and professional development</li>\n<li>Generous annual and special leave provisions</li>\n<li>Access to our Employee Assistance Programmes</li>\n<li>Discounted gym membership at Aneurin Leisure Trust</li>\n</ul>\n \nReady to lead a team dedicated to supporting children, young people and families in Blaenau Gwent? Join us at Blaenau Gwent Council and be part of our transformative journey. Apply now and help us create a brighter future for our community!\n \nThis position requires a Professional Registration, please refer to the Person Specification for further details. \n \nThis post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A comprehensive\npre-employment screening process will be undertaken which will include an Enhanced Disclosure with Child and Adult Barred List.\n \nAccess to a vehicle for work purposes is a requirement of the role.\n \nFor information on the re-employment and re-engagement of former employees please refer to the Council’s Pay Policy.\n \nAt Blaenau Gwent, we are passionate about the work we do and the impact we have. We empower our staff to make meaningful changes and take action to enhance our services.\n \nFor further information please click here.\n \nWant to ask us a question?\n \nFor further information or if you would like to have an information discussion, please contact Beth Thomas, Service Manager, on <a href=\"mailto:beth.thomas@blaenau-gwent.gov.uk\">beth.thomas@blaenau-gwent.gov.uk</a> \n \n\n\n\n\nClosing Date:\n\n\n3rd June 2025 at 12:00 midnight\n\n\n\n\nInterview Date:\n\n\nTo be Confirmed\n\n\n\n\n \n ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Grade 11 (£52,805- £56,085 per annum)","publishDate":"2025-05-20T12:55:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-03T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/f4a0fd06-98b3-4fe7-a380-55ff75b4ecea.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"e4d803c3-c970-410b-898d-d01ce012ccc6","title":"Unpaid Carer Activities & Engagement Coordinator","employer":"Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council","department":"","location":"Agile Working","locationType":2,"description":"Make a real difference in the lives of unpaid carers in Blaenau Gwent!\n \nAre you passionate about supporting others? Do you enjoy planning events, bringing people together, and making a real impact in your community?\n \nBlaenau Gwent Adult’s Services is looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Unpaid Carers Activities and Engagement Co-ordinator to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in developing and delivering a programme of activities and engagement events for unpaid carers. Unpaid carers make an incredible contribution to our community, and this role is all about ensuring they feel supported, valued, and connected. If you’re someone who thrives on creating meaningful experiences, building relationships, and raising awareness, this could be the perfect role for you.\n \nAbout the role\n \nAs the Activities and Engagement Co-ordinator, you will be at the heart of our efforts to connect with unpaid carers across Blaenau Gwent. You will lead on developing and delivering a varied programme of events and activities designed to provide support, recognition, and a sense of community. From organising engagement sessions and awareness campaigns to planning fun and inclusive activities, you will ensure unpaid carers have access to opportunities that enhance their wellbeing.\n \nIn this role, you will also be responsible for promoting events and initiatives, using both traditional and digital communication methods to reach as many carers as possible. You’ll play a key role in managing our social media presence, updating websites, and working with local partners to share important information. Additionally, you’ll collect and analyse data to understand the needs of unpaid carers, helping to shape future engagement and support strategies. This is an exciting, varied, and hands-on role where your creativity and passion for making a difference will shine.\n \nAbout you\n \nWe are looking for someone who is passionate about supporting unpaid carers and understands the importance of community engagement. You should be an excellent communicator, comfortable engaging with people from all walks of life, and confident in delivering events and activities. A background in event planning, community work, marketing, or social care would be beneficial, but above all, we need someone who is enthusiastic, organised, and proactive.\n \nYou’ll need to be comfortable using social media and digital platforms to promote events and share information, as well as having the ability to analyse data to improve engagement strategies. This role requires someone who can work independently while also being a strong team player, willing to collaborate with colleagues, stakeholders, and local partners. If you’re someone who loves bringing people together, creating meaningful experiences, and making a positive impact, this role is for you.\n \n \n \n \nThis position requires a Professional Registration, please refer to the Person Specification for further details. \n \nThis post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A comprehensive\npre-employment screening process will be undertaken which will include a Standard Disclosure \n \nAccess to a vehicle for work purposes is a requirement of the role.\n \nFor information on the re-employment and re-engagement of former employees please refer to the Council’s Pay Policy.\n \nAbout us\n \nAt Blaenau Gwent, we are passionate about the work we do and the impact we have. We empower our staff to make meaningful changes and take action to enhance our services.\n \nBlaenau Gwent Adult’s Services is committed to ensuring that unpaid carers feel valued, supported, and empowered. Our Unpaid Carer Team works tirelessly to provide essential resources, engagement opportunities, and recognition for the incredible contribution carers make to our community. We are dedicated to raising awareness of the challenges unpaid carers face while also celebrating the vital role they play in society. We also recognise that our employees are our greatest asset, which is why we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment, along with fantastic benefits to help you succeed: \n \nCompetitive Salary: \nWe value your experience and expertise and offer a highly competitive salary package. \n \nLocal Government Pension Scheme: \nEnjoy peace of mind with our excellent pension benefits. \n \nOngoing Learning & Development: \nTake advantage of training and development opportunities to enhance your career. \n \nGenerous Annual Leave: \nBenefit from a substantial leave allowance to support your work-life balance. \n \nSupportive Team Environment: \nWork within a collaborative and inclusive culture that values your contributions. \n \nWhat’s next?\n \nRead the job description and person specification before clicking ‘Apply’ to commence the online application form.  \n \nFor further information please click here.\n \nWant to ask us a question?\n \nFor further information or if you would like to have an information discussion, please contact Hannah Baulch hannah.baulch@blaenau-gwent,gov,uk\n \n \n\n\n\n\nClosing Date:\n\n\n 28/05/2025, at 12:00 midnight\n\n\n\n\nInterview Date:\n\n\nTBA\n\n\n\n\n ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Grade 3 (£24,404 to £25,183 per annum)","publishDate":"2025-05-14T14:56:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-28T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/9d0065ca-6f5e-4200-855d-9be1de67b8f8.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"544f5974-2f85-49f1-8ff9-e12bf49e7314","title":"Social Worker (Statutory Assessment Team)","employer":"Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council","department":"","location":"Agile Working","locationType":2,"description":"It’s no secret that, with its roots in heavy industry and, as the birth place of the NHS, Blaenau-Gwent and its people have a proud community heritage.\nNothing stays the same of course.\n \nHeavy industry in the area has gone and the county can now be proud of the beautiful green spaces which form the backdrop to the short commute from one side of the borough to the other. Similarly, the meaning of ‘community’ has shifted and adapted to reflect the changing demographic of the population.\n \nBut, at its core, Blaenau-Gwent Council remains committed to its vision to be ‘a better place to live and work.’ Collectively, we recognise that we have a commitment to ensuring the wellbeing of future generations; we want our children and their families to have opportunities to enjoy an exciting and aspirational future.\n \nWe are therefore seeking creative and motivated social workers to join our Children’s Social Services’ department.\n \nWe have a permanent position available in our Statutory Assessment Team whose primary focus is responding to initial referrals for children 0 to 14 that meet the threshold for statutory intervention. This involves the undertaking of Integrated Assessments and Section 47 enquiries then proceeding to initial Care and Support Planning meetings, initial conferences, threshold meetings or step down process to preventative services. The team work with children and their families from birth to 14 and our practice is driven by a focus on outcomes, strengths and confident risk management.\n \nWe welcome applications from student social workers (pending qualification), newly qualified social workers and experienced social workers. All successful appointees will benefit from a range of support; training and development opportunities; a competitive salary; a staff rewards scheme; 26 days’ annual leave (rising to 31 after 5 years’ continuous service) plus statutory holidays and the option to ‘purchase’ additional annual leave if required; flexible working arrangements and agile working, geared at the promotion of work-life balance.\n \nOur staff benefit from the opportunity to attend weekly, bite-sized training sessions with internal and external facilitators. The range of topics is varied. Our workforce development team also co-ordinates a varied package of more intensive training, developed following regular consultation with staff. We run quarterly Policy and Performance workshops, bringing the division together as a whole to aid networking, shared understanding and service development.\n \nNewly qualified social workers, embarking on their first year in practice, will have a protected caseload. They will also have the opportunity to engage in workshops, coaching, mentoring and peer support and supervision, facilitated by our workforce development team. The aim is to help them adapt to life as a qualified social worker as well as preparing them for the next stage in their professional development.\n \nAll staff have regular, formal supervision, at least once per month and more frequently if needed.\n \nWhat does this mean for our staff team? In a staff feedback survey, 98% of respondents reported that they feel motivated to do their job; 94% feel that they have a say about how they perform their job role and 88% expressed job satisfaction. 89% of respondents felt that their line manager was supportive of their professional development. Finally, 97% of respondents feel that they are valued for the work that they do.\n \nIt’s a challenging, but exciting time to be working in social care. We would love you to come and join us.\n \nThis post requires a registration with Social Care Wales under the category of Social Care Managers / Social Workers and registration will need to be in place prior to commencement in the role. Information on how to register with Social Care Wales can be found on the following website <a href=\"https://socialcare.wales\">https://socialcare.wales</a>\n \nThis post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A comprehensive\npre-employment screening process will be undertaken which will include an Enhanced Disclosure. \n \nAccess to a vehicle for work purposes is a requirement of the role.\n \nFor information on the re-employment and re-engagement of former employees please refer to the Council’s Pay Policy.\n \nAbout us\n \nAt Blaenau Gwent, we are passionate about the work we do and the impact we have. We empower our staff to make meaningful changes and take action to enhance our services.\n \nFor further information please click here.\n \nWant to ask us a question?\n \nFor further information or if you would like to have an information discussion, please contact Jessica Willis, 01495 369 553, <a href=\"mailto:jessica.willis@blaenau-gwent.gov.uk\">jessica.willis@blaenau-gwent.gov.uk</a>\n \n \nClosing Date:\n28/05/2025 At 12:00 midnight\nInterview Date:\nTBC","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Grade 8 (£39,513 - £43,693 per annum)","publishDate":"2025-05-14T08:32:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-28T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/896a6b93-1db4-450e-9f75-13c8a7daea95.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"80e8e393-fd0b-4262-b194-4be775bd4753","title":"Social Worker - Placement Team","employer":"Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council","department":"","location":"Agile Working","locationType":2,"description":"We are seeking a creative and motivated qualified social worker to join our Placement Team on a permanent basis. The Placement Team will offer you the opportunity to work with both approved foster carers and connected persons (family and friend’s carers). The post offers the opportunity to develop your skills, knowledge and practice in relation to completing Viability assessments, Connected Persons assessments and Form F assessments. You will gain confidence and experience of delivering training and supervising approved foster carers for the Local Authority. There is opportunity to learn from the experiences of the team members who are committed to delivering the highest quality service to the fostering families of Blaenau Gwent.\nWe welcome applications from experienced and newly qualified social workers who feel ready to take the next steps in their careers.\n \nBlaenau-Gwent Placement Team is a dynamic and forward thinking team ready to take on the new challenges of fostering in Wales. We require a qualified social worker with the vision and commitment to assess and support foster carers to ensure that children who are looked after have the best outcomes possible.\n \nThis role focusses on the delivery of recruitment, assessment, approval, support and supervision of foster carers, including connected persons as well as ensuring that children remain at the centre of everything we do. You will prepare and present assessments to the Fostering Panel and agency decision maker and identify placements for children as appropriate to their needs. You will work in partnership with other professionals in order to provide quality placements that keep children safe.\nIt is essential to possess a degree in social work (or equivalent) and be registered with Social Care Wales or an equivalent body. Applications will be accepted from newly-qualified workers who have had at least one placement in a statutory children and families setting.\nThe main responsibilities of the post include:\n<ul>\n<li>Completing assessments of prospective foster carers and presenting the assessment at our fostering panel</li>\n<li>Completing assessments of friends and family members (viability assessments and connected person’s assessments) to assess their suitability to care for children long term under the auspices of a Care Order or Special Guardianship Order (SGO). You will present these assessments to the fostering panel and where necessary, give evidence in Court.</li>\n<li>Supervising and supporting foster carers, including kinship foster carers, to support them in meeting the needs of the children in their care.</li>\n<li>Help to deliver training to carers in groups or in the carer’s home.</li>\n<li>Being available to support carers via our foster carers advice line.</li>\n<li>Help in the recruitment activities of new foster carers</li>\n<li>Complete office duty days</li>\n</ul>\n \nThe post is one as identified to be suitable for “agile working” where post holders are expected to work from home and also have access to office space and be expected to work from an office depending on the needs of the service.\n \n \nThis position requires a Professional Registration, please refer to the Person Specification for further details. (Delete if not applicable)\n \nThis post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A comprehensive\npre-employment screening process will be undertaken which will include an Enhanced Disclosure with Child and Adult Barred List.\n \nAccess to a vehicle for work purposes is a requirement of the role. \n \nFor information on the re-employment and re-engagement of former employees please refer to the Council’s Pay Policy.\n \nAbout us\n \nAt Blaenau Gwent, we are passionate about the work we do and the impact we have. We empower our staff to make meaningful changes and take action to enhance our services.\n \nFor further information please click here.\n \nWant to ask us a question?\n \nFor further information or if you would like to have an information discussion, please contact\nDanielle Smith -01495 369620\n \n \n\n\n\n\nClosing Date:\n\n\n22nd May 2025 at 12:00 midnight\n\n\n\n\nInterview Date:\n\n\n29th May 2025 ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Grade 8 (£39,513 - £43,693 per annum)","publishDate":"2025-05-08T14:43:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-22T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/ca724109-31f1-42fe-b0e7-76d7c4de483f.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"69ad0990-fd66-48e1-9987-53f1617bf362","title":"Families First Team Manager","employer":"Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council","department":"","location":"Agile Working","locationType":2,"description":"Lead Positive Change for Families in Blaenau Gwent!\n \nAre you passionate about supporting children, young people, and families? Join our Families First team as a Team Manager and make a significant impact on our community. If you are ready to lead a dedicated team and drive preventative services, we want to hear from you. Apply now and be a catalyst for positive change.\nAs the Team Manager of the Families First programme, you will be at the forefront of delivering high-quality preventative services for children, young people, and their families. You will manage the Families First Team Leads and all staff within the programme, ensuring that our services meet the requirements set by Welsh Government guidance. Your role will involve overseeing the daily operations, conducting needs assessments, and implementing robust support plans.\nYour leadership will be crucial in promoting safeguarding practices and ensuring professional standards through regular supervision, appraisals, and training opportunities. You will also play a key role in developing relationships with partner agencies to enhance service delivery and lead the Team Around the Family model. Additionally, you will ensure seamless links with other Welsh Government initiatives, fostering a comprehensive support network for families. Your commitment to continuous improvement will drive the performance of the Families First team, ensuring we consistently meet and exceed our goals. You will be responsible for interpreting data to understand local needs and shaping services to achieve the best outcomes. You will also oversee the disability strand of the programme, ensuring inclusivity and support for all families. By managing commissioned elements and maintaining high standards, you will help us adapt to the evolving needs of our community.\nAbout You\nWe are looking for a dedicated and experienced individual with a passion for supporting families and children. You should have a proven track record in managing teams and delivering preventative services. Your leadership style should be inclusive and motivational, fostering a collaborative work environment. You will need excellent communication skills to build effective working relationships with internal teams, partner agencies, and service users.\nA strong commitment to safeguarding, professional development, and continuous improvement is essential. You should be adept at interpreting information to understand local needs and drive service enhancements. If you are proactive, resilient, and ready to make a meaningful impact, you are the ideal candidate for this role.\nAbout Us\nAt Blaenau Gwent, we are committed to providing exceptional services that make a real difference in our community. We empower our staff with supportive leadership, efficient tools, and continuous learning opportunities. Our focus on staff satisfaction and effectiveness ensures a positive and productive work environment.\nJoining our team means being part of a passionate and innovative group dedicated to empowering families and fostering positive change. We offer a range of benefits, including:\n<ul>\n<li>Competitive salary</li>\n<li>Excellent local government pension scheme</li>\n<li>Ongoing training and professional development</li>\n<li>Generous annual and special leave provisions</li>\n<li>Access to our Employee Assistance Programmes</li>\n<li>Discounted gym membership at Aneurin Leisure Trust</li>\n</ul>\nReady to lead a team dedicated to supporting families in Blaenau Gwent? Join us at Blaenau Gwent Council and be part of our transformative journey. Apply now and help us create a brighter future for our community!\nThis post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A comprehensive pre-employment screening process will be undertaken which will include an Enhanced Disclosure \n \nThis post requires a registration with Social Care Wales under the category of Social Care Managers / Social Workers and registration will need to be in place prior to commencement in the role. Information on how to register with Social Care Wales can be found on the following website <a href=\"https://socialcare.wales\">https://socialcare.wales</a> \n \nAccess to a vehicle for work purposes is a requirement of the role.\n \nFor information on the re-employment and re-engagement of former employees please refer to the Council’s Pay Policy.\n \nAbout us\n \nAt Blaenau Gwent, we are passionate about the work we do and the impact we have. We empower our staff to make meaningful changes and take action to enhance our services.\n \nFor further information please click here.\n \nWant to ask us a question?\nFor further information or if you would like to have an information discussion, please contact Michelle Griffiths | <a href=\"mailto:Michelle.Griffiths@blaenau-gwent.gov.uk\">Michelle.Griffiths@blaenau-gwent.gov.uk</a> |\n \n\n\n\n\nClosing Date:\n\n\n22nd May 2025 at 12:00 midnight\n\n\n\n\nInterview Date:\n\n\nTo be confirmed","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Grade 11 (£52,805- £56,085 per annum)","publishDate":"2025-05-08T14:02:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-22T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/3d346e2a-0137-424b-942b-585ed0c723b4.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"3d11a079-8117-46f2-97cc-467bfcd41bce","title":"Senior Social Work Practitioner","employer":"Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council","department":"","location":"Agile Working","locationType":2,"description":"There are currently two opportunities within Blaenau Gwent for a passionate, committed and driven practitioner to progress their career to the position of Senior Social Work Practitioner.\n \nThe first opportunity is within the North Locality Team whose primary focus is supporting children/families 0 to 14 at the point where on-going work is determined as the outcome. This involves support being provided on a Care and Support Plan, Child Protection Registration, Children Looked After, Court cases and also private law cases.\n \nThe second opportunity is within the Statutory Assessment Team whose primary focus is responding to initial referrals for children 0 to 14 that meet the threshold for statutory intervention. This involves the undertaking of Integrated Assessments and Section 47 enquiries then proceeding to initial Care and Support Planning meetings, initial conferences, threshold meetings or step down process to preventative services.\n \nA senior practitioner in either team is responsible for providing a high quality service in relation to all aspects of the referral, decision making, assessment and case management process.\nThis will include chairing complex meetings, the supervision of staff, holding more complex cases within the team. Deputising in the absence of the team manager and ensuring performance and data information is properly collated/ recorded on the WCCIS system and monitored in accordance with quarterly reporting requirements.\n \nIt’s no secret that, with its roots in heavy industry and, as the birth place of the NHS, Blaenau-Gwent and its people have a proud community heritage.\nNothing stays the same of course.\n \nHeavy industry in the area has gone and the county can now be proud of the beautiful green spaces which form the backdrop to the short commute from one side of the borough to the other. Similarly, the meaning of ‘community’ has shifted and adapted to reflect the changing demographic of the population.\n \nBut, at its core, Blaenau-Gwent Council remains committed to its vision to be ‘a better place to live and work.’ Collectively, we recognise that we have a commitment to ensuring the wellbeing of future generations; we want our children and their families to have opportunities to enjoy an exciting and aspirational future.\n \nWe are therefore seeking a creative and motivated senior social work practitioner to join our Children’s Social Services’ department.\n \nThe posts are based in our North Locality team and Statutory Assessment Team. Principal responsibilities include providing guidance, support and leadership to qualified social workers and support workers tasked with assessment and care and support planning for vulnerable children. The locality teams and Statutory Assessment Team work with children and their families from birth to 14 and our practice is driven by a focus on outcomes, strengths and confident risk management.\n \nWe welcome applications from experienced senior practitioners and qualified social workers who feel ready to take the next steps in their careers.\nThe successful appointee will benefit from a range of support; training and development opportunities; a competitive salary; a staff rewards scheme; 26 days’ annual leave (rising to 31 after 5 years’ continuous service) plus statutory holidays and the option to ‘purchase’ additional annual leave if required; flexible working arrangements and agile working, geared at the promotion of work-life balance.\n \nOur staff benefit from the opportunity to attend weekly, bite-sized training sessions with internal and external facilitators. The range of topics is varied. Our workforce development team also co-ordinates a varied package of more intensive training, developed following regular consultation with staff. We run quarterly News and Networking workshops, bringing the division together as a whole to aid networking, shared understanding and service development.\n \nAll staff have regular, formal supervision, at least once per month and more frequently if needed.\nWhat does this mean for our staff team? In a staff feedback survey, 98% of respondents reported that they feel motivated to do their job; 94% feel that they have a say about how they perform their job role and 88% expressed job satisfaction. 89% of respondents felt that their line manager was supportive of their professional development. Finally, 97% of respondents feel that they are valued for the work that they do.\nIt’s a challenging, but exciting time to be working in social care. We would love you to come and join us.\n \nThis position requires a Professional Registration, please refer to the Person Specification for further details. \n \nThis post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A comprehensive\npre-employment screening process will be undertaken which will include an Enhanced Disclosure. \n \nAccess to a vehicle for work purposes is a requirement of the role.\n \nFor information on the re-employment and re-engagement of former employees please refer to the Council’s Pay Policy.\n \nAbout us\n \nAt Blaenau Gwent, we are passionate about the work we do and the impact we have. 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Team Manager - 14+ Team

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council

Grade 11 (£52,805- £56,085 per annum)

Agile Working (Hybrid)

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Unpaid Carer Activities & Engagement Coordinator

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council

Grade 3 (£24,404 to £25,183 per annum)

Agile Working (Hybrid)

Posted 7 days ago

Social Worker (Statutory Assessment Team)

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council

Grade 8 (£39,513 - £43,693 per annum)

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Social Worker - Placement Team

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council

Grade 8 (£39,513 - £43,693 per annum)

Agile Working (Hybrid)

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Families First Team Manager

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council

Grade 11 (£52,805- £56,085 per annum)

Agile Working (Hybrid)

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Senior Social Work Practitioner

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council

Grade 9 (£43,693 - £47,754 per annum)

Agile Working (Hybrid)

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