Senior Social Work Assistant - Child & Family Support

Birmingham Children's Trust; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DBS / DBS fee covered

30 days annual leave + BH

Early finish on Fridays

Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme

On-site parking and EV charging

Comprehensive employee benefits and LG

Job summary

Birmingham Children’s Trust is seeking a Senior Social Work Assistant to support social workers and families, ensuring children feel safe, heard and supported. The role is hybrid and requires proximity to Birmingham for commuting.

You will play a vital part in safeguarding and helping families access essential services. You’ll be involved in recording, liaising with partner agencies, and contributing to child protection processes while working alongside a dedicated team committed to brighter

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and/or families in a care or support setting.
• A basic knowledge of social work practice and the legal framework for children and families.
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
• Willingness to obtain business-use insurance upon appointment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Confidence in liaising with partner agencies and keeping accurate records.
• Respect for diversity, fairness and inclusion in everything you do.
• Flexibility to work collaboratively with colleagues and other professionals.
• An understanding of social deprivation and its impact on families.

Responsibilities

• Be there to help families access the right services by making referrals and signposting.
• Support with Family Time/contact arrangements so children can maintain important relationships.
• Listen to children, capturing their wishes, feelings and views.
• Assist in evidence gathering for child protection planning and legal proceedings.
• Manage the delivery of financial and practical support for children and families.
• Keep our records and IT systems up to date.
• Assist social work teams with transporting CYPF.
• Work alongside passionate, supportive colleagues who care deeply about the difference we make.

Skills

Experience with children and families

Knowledge of social work practice

Full UK driving licence

Own vehicle or willingness to insure

Written and verbal communication

Record-keeping/data management

Diversity, fairness and inclusion

Collaborative teamwork

Understanding of deprivation impact on

Job description

Birmingham Children’s Trust is seeking a Senior Social Work Assistant to support social workers and families, ensuring children feel safe, heard and supported. The role is hybrid and requires proximity to Birmingham for commuting.

You will play a vital part in safeguarding and helping families access essential services. You’ll be involved in recording, liaising with partner agencies, and contributing to child protection processes while working alongside a dedicated team committed to brighter