Swansea social worker Danielle Williams
Swansea Council is continuing its recruitment drive to attract qualified social workers to boost its workforce.
Social workers from different backgrounds are already making a positive difference to people’s lives in Swansea.
As the Council continues to add to its family of social workers, one of the city’s finest has spoken about why she loves what she does.
Social worker Danielle Williams works within the Child and Family Services team in the north of the city.
Her job is varied and includes child protection work, conferencing, reviews, court work, assessment and adoption work. She took up her post in April last year.
Danielle said: “Social work was always something I was interested in. It is completely different from any other job.
“You meet such a variety of people in a whole array of different circumstances that you need to respond to in a whole range of ways.
“No two days are the same. It is a brilliant feeling when things go well for a child because of action you take.
“I would encourage people to consider social work if they are willing to put everything in to make a difference to children’s lives. It is not an easy ride and it is challenging but that is why people like me love it.
“Swansea is a different place to be a child and family social worker because of the team spirit here. Having a supportive team around you makes all the difference. I could not do what I do alone.”
Qualified social workers interested in joining the team at Swansea Council have an opportunity to apply for jobs in the Social Services directorate now.
Candidates should be registered with the Care Council for Wales and should be able to demonstrate a personal commitment to the goals and values of the Directorate and have a clear understanding of the needs of service users.
You can apply at www.swansea.gov.uk or at www.swanseachildrenandfamilies.com and people can request an application form by ringing 01792 636875 or by calling in person to the Contact Centre in Swansea‘s Civic Centre on Oystermouth Road.
