Senior Social Work Practitioner: Lead, Mentor & Protect Children

Service Care Solutions; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent social care agency in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Senior Practitioner Social Worker to join their Children in Need Team. This role involves managing a complex caseload, providing expert guidance to social workers, and ensuring high-quality interventions that significantly improve outcomes for children and families. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Social Work, registration with Social Work England, and a strong background in safeguarding and child protection. Competitive benefits including a referral bonus and training budget are offered.

Benefits

Annual training budget of £250

Exceptional referral bonuses

DBS disclosures via fast-track online

Qualifications

• Post-qualification experience in children's social care.
• Strong understanding of child protection and safeguarding.
• Commitment to mentoring junior colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Undertake complex casework including child protection.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to social workers.
• Work in partnership with families and external agencies.

Skills

Assessment skills

Decision-making

Leadership skills

Knowledge of legislation

Education

Degree in Social Work

Registration with Social Work England

Job description

A prominent social care agency in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Senior Practitioner Social Worker to join their Children in Need Team. This role involves managing a complex caseload, providing expert guidance to social workers, and ensuring high-quality interventions that significantly improve outcomes for children and families. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Social Work, registration with Social Work England, and a strong background in safeguarding and child protection. Competitive benefits including a referral bonus and training budget are offered.