Social Work Assistant – Area Services (GR3) Reporting to: Team Manager Location: Birmingham About the Organisation Birmingham Children’s Trust is a large, ambitious organisation employing around 1,900 staff with an operating budget of approximately £200m per year. We serve a diverse city of over 1.1 million people and are driven by one clear purpose: “Working together to make Birmingham the greatest city to grow up in.” We work in a city where the need is real and urgent: 32.4% of children live in poverty (above the national average) Infant mortality rates are significantly higher than the England average This makes our work challenging — but also incredibly meaningful. Our Values Everything we do is underpinned by our shared values: One Team • Accountability & Responsibility • Quality & Innovation • Relationships • High Support / High Challenge The Role We are looking for a Senior Social Work Assistant to join our Area Services teams, supporting social workers to safeguard and promote the welfare of Birmingham’s most vulnerable children and young people. This is a hands-on role for someone who is confident, organised, and passionate about making a difference — working directly with children, families, and partner agencies while managing allocated casework. Key Responsibilities Casework & Direct Work Hold responsibility for allocated cases a...