Our client is actively resourcing for 3x Adult Social Workers to support the following teams in Bridgend. CMHT, West Network Team (Community) and Hospital
The postholder will undertake complex assessments, coordinate care and support, under the Mental Health Act 1983, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and the Social Services and Well‑being (Wales) Act 2014.
What will your responsibilities be?
Assessment, Care Planning and Review
- Undertake strengths‑based, person‑centred assessments under the Social Services and Well‑being (Wales) Act 2014, identifying eligible care and support needs for adults and carers
- Develop, implement and review care and support plans that promote independence, well‑being and community inclusion
- Complete assessments relating to hospital admission, discharge planning, community living, and mental health needs
- Support individuals to access appropriate services, including domiciliary care, reablement, residential care, equipment, adaptations and direct payments
Safeguarding and Risk Management
- Identify, assess and respond to safeguarding concerns, including abuse, neglect, self‑neglect and exploitation
- Undertake safeguarding enquiries and contribute to protection planning in line with statutory safeguarding procedures
- Assess and manage risk, working collaboratively with individuals, families and partner agencies
- Participate in multi‑agency safeguarding meetings, case conferences and risk management forums
Mental Health and Specialist Practice
- Work with adults experiencing mental health difficulties, contributing to assessment, care planning and recovery‑focused intervention
- Complete or contribute to Care and Treatment Plans under the Mental Health (Wales) Measure 2010
- Work in partnership with health professionals within multi‑disciplinary teams
- Where qualified, undertake duties as an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) and contribute to Mental Health Act assessments
Mental Capacity and Legal Responsibilities
- Assess mental capacity in accordance with the Mental Capacity Act 2005
- Make and record best‑interest decisions and coordinate best‑interest meetings
- Undertake or support Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) applications and reviews
- Ensure practice is legally sound, rights‑based and proportionate
Hospital Social Work and Discharge Planning
- Contribute to or lead safe and timely discharge planning from hospital settings
- Undertake urgent assessments to support discharge and prevent delayed transfers of care
- Work closely with ward staff, discharge coordinators and community teams to ensure continuity of care
- Address complex discharge scenarios involving capacity, safeguarding, housing or ongoing care needs
Partnership and Multi‑Agency Working
- Work collaboratively with health services, housing, education, police, voluntary and independent sector partners
- Attend and contribute to multi‑disciplinary meetings, reviews and panels
- Support carers, families and informal networks with advice, guidance and signposting
- Promote preventative approaches and early intervention wherever possible
Professional Practice and Development
- Maintain accurate, timely and high‑quality case records in accordance with Council policies and professional standards
- Work in line with Social Care Wales Codes of Professional Practice
- Participate in supervision, training, continuing professional development and service improvement activity
- Support students, newly qualified social workers or colleagues as appropriate
- Uphold principles of equality, diversity, dignity and human rights in all areas of practice
Qualifications & Experience:
To be successful in this role you must have,
- Professional Qualification: MA, BA, BSc in Social Work, Diploma in Social Work, or CQSW.
- Registration: Must be registered with Social Care Wales.
- Experience: 2 years post-qualified experience working in a statutory setting.
- Legislation Knowledge: Strong understanding of the Mental Health Act 1983, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Social Services and Well‑being (Wales) Act 2014, safeguarding procedures, and the Mental Health (Wales) Measure 2010.
- Skills: Excellent assessment, communication, and risk‑management skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced multidisciplinary environment.
- Driving Licence: Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is often required for community visits.
Why Liquid Personnel?
- Free DBS and compliance service
- Twice weekly payroll and ‘Faster Pay’ service, getting you paid more quickly
- Access to exclusive roles that aren’t available from other agencies
- Free access to Liquid’s exclusive social work training and CPD portal
- Your own dedicated consultant with extensive social work knowledge
- Access to a wide selection of social work positions across the UK
- “Refer a Friend” bonus – get £500 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place*
- “Find your own job” bonus – get £250 for bringing your own position to us *
Liquid Personnel is an equal opportunities employer. Liquid Personnel Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. * Terms and conditions apply to our bonus schemes.
Reasonable Adjustments:
If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.
We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.
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