Children's Social Worker

Sensible Staffing; Park Central; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Flexible working arrangements

Ongoing support from consultants

Job summary

Sensible Staffing is currently recruiting for Children's Social Workers in Birmingham, England. We offer flexible temporary work across various service areas, including safeguarding, child protection, fostering, and family support.

As a Children's Social Worker, you will conduct assessments, support children and families, and collaborate with multi-agency teams to ensure well-being and safety. A degree in Social Work and experience in one of the service areas is required. We provide competitive pay rates and ongoing support from dedicated consultants.

Qualifications

• Registered with Social Work England or relevant body.
• Strong understanding of legislation related to children's welfare.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and care planning to support families.
• Work closely with children to ensure their safety.
• Support families and foster carers with interventions.
• Maintain accurate case records and contribute to service improvements.

Skills

Experience in Child Protection

Assessment and care planning

Multi-agency collaboration

Direct support and advocacy

Education

Degree in Social Work or equivalent

Job description

Are you a qualified Children's Social Worker looking for flexible temporary work?

Sensible Staffing is currently recruiting Children's Social Workers to join teams across various service areas, including:

• Safeguarding
• Child Protection
• Fostering
• Family Support & Social Services
• Adoption

We welcome applications from social workers with experience in at least one of these areas.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct assessments and care planning to safeguard and support children and families.
• Work closely with children at risk, ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Support foster carers, adoptive parents, and families in need of intervention.
• Provide direct support and advocacy for children and young people.
• Collaborate with multi-agency teams, including education, health, and legal services.
• Maintain accurate case records and contribute to service improvements.

Requirements:

• Degree in Social Work (or equivalent qualification).
• Registered with Social Work England (or relevant body).
• Experience in at least one of the following areas: Safeguarding, Child Protection, Fostering, Family Support, or Adoption.
• Strong understanding of relevant legislation (Children Act, Working Together to Safeguard Children, Care Planning Regulations).
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• A compassionate and proactive approach to working with children and families.

Why Work with Sensible Staffing?

• Competitive pay rates and flexible working arrangements.
• Opportunities to gain experience across multiple children's services.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant.
• Access to exclusive job opportunities across local authorities and children's trusts.