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Job Title: Family Help Disability Advisor
Specialism: Unqualified Social Worker
Location: Cardiff, UK
Salary: £21.60 per hour
Type: Ongoing, Part Time / Full Time

Family Help Disability Advisor within Children's Services in Cardiff, earning £21.60 per hour. This ongoing locum opportunity offers both part-time and full-time flexibility, making it an excellent role for individuals who are passionate about supporting children, young people, and families. Working within Cardiff Family Advice and Support, you will play a key role in helping families access the right support at the right time through a strengths-based and family-centred approach.

Perks and benefits

• Part Time / Full Time: Choose a working pattern that fits around your lifestyle and personal commitments.
• Competitive Hourly Pay: Earn £21.60 per hour while gaining valuable experience within a highly regarded service.
• Supportive Environment: Benefit from regular supervision, guidance, and support from experienced colleagues.
• Comprehensive Training: Access a wide range of learning and development opportunities to enhance your professional skills.
• Hybrid Working Support: Utilise modern systems and technology that support flexible and effective working practices.
• Meaningful Work: Make a genuine difference in the lives of children, young people, and families across Cardiff.

About the Service

Cardiff Family Advice and Support is an innovative service within Cardiff Council's Children's Services and is proud to hold a Families First Quality Award. The service provides information, advice, and assistance to children, young people, and families, ensuring they receive the support they need through a strengths-based and collaborative approach. Working closely with partner organisations, the team focuses on early intervention and effective support to improve outcomes for families.

What you will do

• Wellbeing Assessments: Assess the wellbeing needs of families, particularly those caring for children and young people with disabilities or additional needs.
• Short-Term Interventions: Deliver practical and focused interventions to support families in overcoming challenges.
• Advice and Guidance: Provide specialist disability-related information, advice, and signposting to relevant services and support networks.
• Family Empowerment: Help families identify and build upon their strengths while accessing appropriate support and resources.
• Partnership Working: Collaborate with professionals, agencies, and community organisations to coordinate effective support.
• Risk Awareness: Recognise and respond to potential safe