Job Description: Senior Social Worker – Children’s Team
Location: Birmingham, UK
Salary: £30.58 per hour
Type: Ongoing – Full-Time / Part-Time
We are seeking an exceptional Senior Social Worker to join our dynamic Children’s Team within Children’s Social Care in the vibrant city of Birmingham. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to be part of a motivated team recently rated GOOD by Ofsted, demonstrating our unwavering commitment to high-quality children’s services. Whether you’re looking for full-time or part-time work, flexibility lies at the heart of this role.
Flexible Working Patterns: Choose hours that suit your lifestyle – ideal for achieving a positive work-life balance.
Professional Development: Ongoing opportunities for training and career progression in a supportive environment.
Competitive Remuneration: Attractive hourly rate reflecting your skills and professional experience.
Collaborative Team Culture: Join a welcoming and supportive team with strong peer relationships and shared values.
Diverse and Rewarding Work: Every day brings new challenges and opportunities to make a tangible difference.
Main Responsibilities
Manage a complex and varied caseload, including Public Law Outline (PLO) cases and adoption proceedings.
Undertake thorough assessments to evaluate risk and need, and design tailored care plans to support positive outcomes.
Work in partnership with a wide range of professionals, including police, healthcare teams, educational settings, and voluntary organisations, to deliver holistic support.
Promote the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people through proactive safeguarding and intervention strategies.
Social Work Degree and successful completion of the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE).
Registered with Social Work England.
Proven experience in working with children and families within a statutory social work setting.
Strong assessment, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to operate autonomously and collaboratively within a fast-paced team environment.
Why Birmingham?
Birmingham is a city rich in culture, diversity, and opportunity. With access to vibrant arts, a thriving culinary scene, green spaces, and excellent transport links, it offers the ideal backdrop for both your professional journey and personal lifestyle.
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