Flying Start Health and Well-Being Social Worker – Temporary / Fixed Term March 2028 Full Time NEW

The Vale of Glamorgan is inviting applications for an exciting role within its Flying Start Programme. Flying Start is a Welsh Government-funded early intervention and prevention programme, available in targeted areas to support families and give children aged 0–3 the best possible start in life.

The programme provides intensive support services for children and their families through the delivery of:

• Health visiting
• Parenting support
• Speech, language and communication development
• Funded part-time childcare

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Social Worker to join our Flying Start Parent Support Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference to families by delivering evidence-based techniques and strategies that promote positive outcomes.

What you will do:

• Work directly with parents through one-to-one sessions, group activities, and community engagement
• Support families to overcome challenges and access the help they need
• Contribute to a collaborative, multi-agency approach to early intervention

If you are passionate about improving the lives of children and families and want to be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team, we would love to hear from you

Ambitious – Forward thinking, embracing new ways of working and investing in our future.

Open – Open to different ideas and being accountable for the decisions we take.

Together – Working together as a team that engages with our customers and partners, respects diversity and is committed to quality services.

Proud – Proud of the Vale of Glamorgan; proud to serve our communities and to be part of the Vale of Glamorgan Council.

About The Role

Pay Details: Grade 8, SCP 26 – 30 £37,280 – £40,777 / Grade 9, SCP 31 – 35 £41,771 – £46,142

Salary on appointment will depend upon qualification and experience as determined by the appointing officer. There is no automatic progression from Grade 8 to Grade 9

Hours of Work / Working Pattern: 37 hours per week – Monday to Friday

Main Place of Work: Located in Barry but covering the Vale of Glamorgan

Temporary Reason: Welsh Government funding until 31.3.2028

Description:

Providing preventative social work support to children, young people and their families or carers with a specific focus on promoting positive mental health and wellbeing. Supervision of other practitioners within the Parent Support Team.

Key Responsibilities

• To professionally manage a caseload consistent with responsibilities and grade, including both 1:1 work and facilitation of a Health and Wellbeing group for parents
• To supervise a small number of practitioners within the Parent Support Team
• To work in partnership with professionals and agencies both across Flying Start, Families First, Mental Health, statutory sector, third sector and relevant independent agencies.
• Provide targeted support to parents within the Flying Start programme.
• Create, develop and deliver groups, workshops, and activities that promote Health and Wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively with families, professionals, and partner agencies to ensure holistic support.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to service planning and evaluation.
• Promote inclusion and equality in all aspects of service delivery.

About You

You will need:

• Degree in Social Work or recognised equivalent (DipSW, CQSW etc.).
• Registration with Social Care Wales (or eligibility to register)
• Evidence of continued professional development relevant to mental health or early intervention.
• Minimum 2 years post‑qualifying social work experience within mental health, perinatal mental health, early intervention, or family‑support settings Experience of supervising others
• Experience of delivering structured 1:1 or group interventions that promote wellbeing and resilience.
• Experience delivering evidence‑based parenting, wellbeing or mental‑health programmes.
• Strong understanding of Wales Safeguarding Procedures and safeguarding legislation relevant to children and families.
• Ability to manage a varied and demanding caseload while maintaining high‑quality practice standards.
• Ability to work collaboratively with professionals across health, education and social care.
• Committed to trauma‑informed, strengths‑based and person‑centred practice.
• Solution‑focused, resilient and self‑motivated.

Additional information

DBS Check Required: Enhanced with Adult/ Child barred lists

Shortlisting date: June 2026

Interview date: June/July 2026

For Further Information, contact: Jo Card – Parent Support Team Manager jccard@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk, 01446 732180

Please see attached job description / person specification for further information.