Sandwell Children’s Trust, a Good Provider as rated by Ofsted, is on an ambitious journey to ensure that children and families in Sandwell are safe and empowered to thrive.
Sandwell Deal
* A market supplement of £2,500 per annum.
* Retention bonus: £2,000 in year 1, £3,000 in year 2, £5,000 in year 3.
* Generous annual leave up to 31 days, plus 5 additional days for long‑service recognition.
* Birthday off paid in addition to annual leave entitlement and 8 Bank Holidays, plus a concessionary day at Christmas.
* Local government career average pension scheme with employer contributions of 21.6%.
* Service awards for 2, 5, 10 and every 5 years onwards.
* Flexible working patterns that suit you.
* Competitive expenses for mileage (55p per mile), subsistence, and access to a comprehensive employee benefits scheme.
Additional salary offering includes £45,339 - £50,726 per annum with a relocation allowance up to £6,500 and retention bonus of up to £10,000 over 3 years. Hybrid working – full time 37 hours per week.
Position Overview
We are recruiting exceptional Senior Social Workers to join the Assessment & Intervention Teams who are passionate, committed, and dedicated to improving the lives of children and young people.
Key Responsibilities
* Respond to the needs of children through S47 child protection investigations or S17 child in need single assessments.
* Play a pivotal role in developing effective relationships with children and their families to identify needs and help develop plans for change.
* Ensure that the voice of the child is at the centre of your work and use a range of direct work tools to evidence the child’s voice in assessments and plans.
About You
* Recognised professional social work qualification and registered with Social Work England.
* Completed ASYE programme.
* At least 2 years post‑qualifying experience as a social worker in a Children & Families setting.
* Good level of experience working in a children and families setting.
* Good knowledge of minimum standards and ability to promote change in family life.
* Able to analyse information and make informed decisions.
* Good knowledge of child development.
Benefits & Expectations
* Pay rate is inclusive of market supplement.
* Terms & Conditions apply for relocation allowance.
* Post‑employment checks in line with Department for Education KCSIE Guidance 2022.
Sandwell Children’s Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups, including children. An enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check is required for working with children and young people.
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