Children's TM - Corporate Parenting Team - Birmingham

Eden Brown Synergy; Highgate; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Professional development

Supervision & peer support

Annual leave & pension

Job summary

Eden Brown Synergy is seeking a qualified social worker to join the Corporate Parenting Team in Birmingham. You will assess and plan for children in care, collaborate with families and foster carers, and work with multi‑agency partners to secure resources and support.

Court appearances and expert testimony may be required. The role emphasizes strong communication, analytical and decision‑making skills, with a commitment to improving outcomes for vulnerable children and families.

Qualifications

• Qualified social worker with BA/MA in Social Work.
• Registered with Social Work England.
• Experience in children's services, corporate parenting or child protection.
• Strong assessment, communication and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Conducting assessments and developing care plans for children in care.
• Building strong relationships with children, families and foster carers.
• Collaborating with multi-agency partners to provide support and resources.
• Monitoring and reviewing progress of children in care and ensuring their voices are heard.
• Participating in court proceedings and providing expert testimony as required.

Skills

Assessment skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Education

BA/MA in Social Work

Registered with Social Work England

Job description

Are you a passionate and dedicated qualified social worker looking to make a positive impact in the lives of children and families? Join our Corporate Parenting Team in Birmingham, where you will play a crucial role in supporting and advocating for the well-being of children in care. We are seeking an enthusiastic individual who is committed to improving outcomes for vulnerable children and young people.

As a member of our Children's TM - Corporate Parenting Team, your key responsibilities will include:

• Conducting assessments and developing care plans to meet the individual needs of children in care.
• Building strong relationships with children, families, and foster carers to ensure effective communication and support.
• Collaborating with multi-agency partners to provide comprehensive support and resources for children and families.
• Monitoring and reviewing the progress of children in care, ensuring their voices are heard and their needs are met.
• Participating in court proceedings and providing expert testimony as required.

To be successful in this role, you must possess the following essential qualifications and skills:

• A recognized social work qualification (e.g., BA/MA in Social Work).
• Registered with Social Work England.
• Experience working within children’s services, particularly in corporate parenting or child protection.
• Strong assessment and analytical skills, with the ability to make sound decisions in challenging situations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a compassionate approach toward children and families.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits to support your career and well-being, including:

• Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance.
• Access to ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• A supportive team environment with regular supervision and peer support.
• Generous annual leave and pension scheme.