Experienced Social Worker - Looked Children

Experienced Social Worker – Looked After Children About the Role

Wrexham County Borough Council are seeking an experienced Social Worker for the Looked After Children team. The successful candidate will be motivated, anti‑discriminatory, anti‑oppressive and will advocate for children and young people. Good assessment skills are required.

The role is on a permanent contract with flexible, hybrid working. Pay range is £41,771 – £45,091 per annum with an additional recruitment incentive payment of £6,600. A retention incentive of £3,300 may also be payable on the anniversary of appointment.

Provide assessment, planning, intervention and support for looked‑after children and support families. Work as part of a professional team of experienced social workers and support staff. Attend regular team meetings, supervision and informal discussions. Contribute to a positive working environment and maintain effective teamwork.

• Provisional registration with Social Care Wales and a DBS check (Enhanced).
• Experience in a Looked After Children or similar setting.
• Commitment to the rights and outcomes of looked‑after children.
• Strong assessment, advocacy and anti‑oppressive practice skills.

• Local Government Pension Scheme (membership).
• Flexible working arrangements and hybrid working.
• Up to 32 days annual leave.
• Family‑friendly policies supporting caring and family commitments.
• Flexi‑time where applicable.
• Access to the Wrexham Reward Scheme.
• Health & well‑being programmes and support, including:
  • Healthy & Wellbeing Champions.
  • Employee assistance programme – counseling, emotional support, health‑boosting goals, health apps, blogs, videos, recipes, risk identification, legal, financial and consumer advice.
  • Health and wellbeing events and campaigns throughout the year such as Health Day, Mental Health Awareness Week, Menopause Week, etc.
  • Menopause café and guidance.
  • Unpaid Carer café and guidance.

The Council welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates irrespective of race, gender, disability, sexuality, religious belief or age. Bilingual candidates who can work in both English and Welsh are encouraged.

As a Disability Confident and Veterans Committed Employer, we provide accessible recruitment and guaranteed interview opportunities where essential qualifications are met.