Senior Practitioner - Child Protection - Birmingham

Eden Brown Synergy; Highgate; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Professional development

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Eden Brown Synergy is seeking a Senior Practitioner in Child Protection to join our Birmingham team. You will lead assessments, manage complex cases, and guide junior staff to ensure safeguarding aligns with statutory requirements.

The role offers a supportive environment, flexible working, and opportunities for professional development as part of a committed team delivering child welfare across the local authority.

Qualifications

• Qualified social worker with BA/MA in Social Work and registered with Social Work England.
• Extensive experience in child protection and safeguarding.
• Ability to conduct thorough assessments and develop care plans.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with children, families, and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Conducting thorough assessments and developing care plans for children and families.
• Managing a caseload of complex child protection cases with a focus on safeguarding.
• Providing supervision and support to less experienced social workers and students.
• Collaborating with multi-agency partners to ensure a coordinated approach to child welfare.
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation in accordance with local authority policies.

Skills

Assessment skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Caseload management

Education

BA/MA in Social Work

Social Work England registration

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Practitioner in Child Protection to join our dynamic team in Birmingham. This role is pivotal in ensuring the safety and well-being of children within our community. As a Senior Practitioner, you will lead assessments, manage complex cases, and provide guidance to junior staff, ensuring that our interventions are effective and in line with statutory requirements.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Conducting thorough assessments and developing care plans for children and families.
• Managing a caseload of complex child protection cases with a focus on safeguarding.
• Providing supervision and support to less experienced social workers and students.
• Collaborating with multi-agency partners to ensure a coordinated approach to child welfare.
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation in accordance with local authority policies.

To be considered for this role, you must possess the following qualifications and skills:

• A relevant social work qualification (e.g., BA/MA in Social Work).
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Significant experience in child protection and safeguarding.
• Strong assessment and analytical skills, with the ability to make informed decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building relationships with children, families, and colleagues.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits including flexible working arrangements, opportunities for professional development, and a supportive work environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate social worker looking to make a significant impact in the lives of children and families in Birmingham. Join us and be part of a team that values your expertise and commitment to child protection.