Principal Social Worker

Social Worker – Disabled Children’s Service (11 Team)
Location: Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council
Salary: £43.60 UMBRELLA per hour (£33 PAYE)
Contract: full time, 27 hours per week, Initially 3 months


We are working on behalf of Rhondda Cynon Taf county Borough Council and an exciting opportunity has arisen to join their Disabled Children’s Service, supporting children and young people with lifelong, permanent and substantial disabilities.

The service is made up of five specialist teams:

• Enablement Team
• 0–11 Team
• 11 Team
• Eligibility Team
• Occupational Therapy Team

We are currently recruiting for the 11 Team, which specialises in supporting young people aged 11 to 18 years through key transitional milestones as they move towards adulthood.

About the 11 TeamThe 11 Team provides dedicated care and support to children and young people with:

• Complex physical disabilities
• Learning disabilities
• Life-limiting conditions

The team plays a crucial role in supporting young people as they transition from Children’s Services into Adult Services. The focus is on:

• Promoting independence
• Managing complex and evolving needs
• Preparing young people and their families for adulthood
• Developing tailored, outcome-focused support plans

This is a rewarding and specialist role where you will work closely with families, education, health professionals, and Adult Services to ensure smooth and well-planned transitions.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake comprehensive assessments to identify needs and outcomes.
• Develop, implement and review tailored care and support plans.
• Support young people and families through transition planning processes.
• Work closely and collaboratively with Adult Services to ensure seamless transitions.
• Promote independence and person-centred planning for adulthood.
• Undertake Mental Capacity Assessments where appropriate.
• Complete relevant administrative processes to support applications to the Court of Protection where required.
• Work within a multi-agency framework to coordinate complex packages of support.
• Maintain high-quality written records, reports and statutory documentation.

About You-We are seeking a committed and experienced Social Worker who:

• Has experience working with disabled children and young people with complex needs.
• Understands transition planning and the challenges young people face moving into adulthood.
• Has knowledge of Mental Capacity legislation and Court of Protection processes (desirable).
• Is confident working within a multi-agency environment.
• Demonstrates strong assessment, planning and report-writing skills.
• Is passionate about promoting independence and achieving positive outcomes.

Why Apply?

• Be part of a specialist, supportive multi-disciplinary service.
• Play a key role in shaping positive futures for young people with complex needs.
• Gain valuable experience in transition work and adult interface practice.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development.

If you are passionate about supporting young people with disabilities to achieve their goals and navigate the transition into adulthood, we would love to hear from you. You can send me your most recent CV direct to: Nicola.mansfield@servicecare.org.uk or contact me on 01772 208964 for more information.