Senior Social Worker

Birmingham City Council; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,091 - 53,460; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family friendly policies

30 days annual leave

Reimbursement of professional fees

Golden Hello payment

Recruitment & Retention Payment

Job summary

Birmingham City Council is seeking a Senior Social Worker to join the Hodge Hill and Yardley Assessment Social Work Team. This position involves leading the improvement of social work practice and managing complex cases to make a difference in the community.

The ideal candidate will have experience in social work, a commitment to professional standards, and the ability to mentor others. Benefits include a competitive salary, pension membership, and generous leave options.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing complex casework.
• Good understanding of departmental policies and practices.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead improvement of social work practice and manage cases.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to colleagues.
• Ensure adherence to legislation and standards.

Skills

Technical expertise in social work

Coaching and mentoring skills

Knowledge of legislation and standards

Job description

Position

Senior Social Worker – Grade D

Salary: £45,091 – £53,460

Consultation grade: subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review

Hours: 36.5 per week

About the Role

We are recruiting three permanent Senior Social Workers to join the Hodge Hill and Yardley Assessment Social Work Team. The role involves working with adults over the age of 18 and making a difference to the lives of residents in the Hodge Hill and Yardley areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead improvement of professional social work practice and manage complex casework.
• Provide technical expertise, coaching, and mentoring to other social workers.
• Ensure adherence to legislation, standards, and departmental policies.
• Identify and systematically review service needs.
• Plan and deliver appropriate adult care services, exploring innovative and radical approaches.
• Support the effective operation and development of Adult's Social Care to achieve statutory duties and positive outcomes for adults in Birmingham.

Benefits

• Family friendly policies
• Membership of the West Midlands Pension Fund, discounted gym membership, and a confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• 30 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, with option to purchase additional days
• Reimbursement of professional fees
• Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) for newly qualified Social Workers
• Golden Hello payment – £1,000 (upon external appointment)
• Recruitment & Retention Payment – £5,000 per annum (paid monthly over a 12-month period, pro rata for part-time staff)

EEO & Support

Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer committed to employing, retaining and developing all of our people. We welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and consider flexible working options. We will provide reasonable adjustments, additional support, and accessibility assistance during the application process. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be undertaken, and proof of right to work in the UK will be required before any employment offer can be confirmed. Birmingham City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our citizens.