Senior Practitioner - Child Protection Inquiry Team - Birmingham

Eden Brown Synergy; Highgate; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Employee assistance program

Generous annual leave

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Birmingham City Council is seeking a Senior Practitioner to lead our Child Protection Inquiry Team. You will oversee assessments, supervise junior staff, and drive best practices in safeguarding to protect vulnerable children and families.

Join a multidisciplinary team with a focus on professional development, flexible working arrangements, and a comprehensive benefits package while ensuring high standards of care and compliance.

Qualifications

• Recognised social work qualification and registration with Social Work England.
• Proven ability to assess and intervene in child protection cases.
• Strong communication and analytical decision-making capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of children and families at risk.
• Lead multi-agency case conferences and ensure collaborative practice.
• Provide supervision and guidance to junior staff and students.
• Develop and implement care plans following legislation and local policy.
• Maintain accurate records in line with statutory requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Decision-making

Education

BA in Social Work / DipSW / equivalent

Registration with Social Work England

Job description

Are you a passionate and experienced social worker looking to make a significant impact in the lives of vulnerable children and families? Birmingham City Council is seeking a dedicated Senior Practitioner to join our Child Protection Inquiry Team. In this vital role, you will lead assessments and interventions, ensuring the safety and well-being of children at risk. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, providing guidance and support to less experienced staff while driving best practices in child protection.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Conducting comprehensive assessments of children and families in need of protection.
• Leading case conferences and ensuring effective multi-agency collaboration.
• Providing expert advice and supervision to junior staff and social work students.
• Developing and implementing care plans in accordance with legislation and local policies.
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation in compliance with statutory requirements.

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

• A recognised social work qualification (e.g., BA in Social Work, DipSW, or equivalent).
• Registration with Social Work England.
• A minimum of 3 years of post-qualification experience in child protection.
• Strong knowledge of child protection legislation and safeguarding practices.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and decision-making skills.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a supportive working environment, opportunities for professional development, and a comprehensive benefits package, including flexible working arrangements, access to employee assistance programs, and generous annual leave. Join us in making a difference in Birmingham’s communities, and help shape a brighter future for our children and families.