Senior Social Worker

Birmingham Children's Trusts; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and forward-thinking organization dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children and families. As a Children's Social Worker, you will play a crucial role in safeguarding children and empowering young people. This position offers the chance to work collaboratively with families, carers, and various professionals to create impactful care plans and provide ongoing support. The Trust values innovation and excellence in social work practice, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive in a nurturing environment. If you are passionate about making a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Generous leave allowance

Local Government pension scheme

Tailored development programs

Supportive supervision

Learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Work and completed ASYE required.
• Registration with Social Work England is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Working closely with families and professionals to assess needs.

Skills

Assessment skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Independent working

Education

Degree in Social Work

ASYE completion

Tools

Social Work England registration

Job description

About The Role

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families? Do you have the drive to support and empower young people to achieve their full potential? If so, Birmingham Children’s Trust wants you!

We are looking for people like you to join the Children with Disabilities Team!

At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are dedicated to providing outstanding care and support to children and families across Birmingham. Our mission is to ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive in a safe, nurturing environment. We are a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation, committed to innovation and excellence in social work practice.

As a Children’s Social Worker, you will play a crucial role in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. You will work closely with families, carers, and other professionals to assess needs, develop care plans, and provide ongoing support.

Our services will always be joined-up and you will develop robust partnerships with other teams and outside agencies, including the police, health, schools, and voluntary organisations.

About You:

We are looking for dedicated and compassionate individuals who are committed to making a difference. The ideal candidate will have:

1. A degree in Social Work and you must have completed your ASYE.
2. Registration with Social Work England.
3. Experience working with children and families in a social work setting.
4. Strong assessment and analytical skills.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
6. The ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.
• Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.
• Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.

Safeguarding

At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.

The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people.

We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence.