Policy Officer - Social Services and Wellbeing

37 hours per week

Temporary up to 12 months from the start date

An opportunity has arisen within the Social Service and Well Being directorate for a full time Policy Officer. The successful candidate will work to develop, review and refresh policies, procedures and guidance pertaining to Adults and Childrens Social Care. Ensuring they are compliant with relevant local, Welsh and UK legislation, regulation, guidance and practice.

The post holder will also co-ordinate consultation and engagement with stakeholders and to provide policy advice and support to Children and Adults Senior Management Teams and staff across the Social Services & Wellbeing Directorate.

Any queries in relation to the role please contact

The ability to greet customers through the medium of Welsh is a requirement for this post.

Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees.

The council's Hybrid Working Policy applies to this post. This provides a framework for establishing how you will undertake working hours between your home and the office.

Closing Date: 18 February 2026

Shortlisting Date: 24 February 2026

Interview Date: 05 March 2026

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