Senior Social Worker- CASS

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to social care excellence in Birmingham. As part of the Children's Advice and Support Services, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safety and well-being of children and families. This position offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills while making a significant impact. With a supportive environment and a commitment to professional growth, you will be part of a team that processes over 4000 referrals monthly. If you are passionate about making a difference in children's lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized social work and support.
• Make holistic threshold decisions using the Right Help Right Time document.

Skills

Assessment Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Degree in Social Work

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About Birmingham Children’s Trust

Birmingham Children’s Trust continues to go from strength to strength. We are the largest provider of social care services for children, young people, and families in the country. Our goal is to become a centre of excellence for all our workforce.

Working for Birmingham Children's Trust offers opportunities for diverse professional experiences and exceptional professional development. The Children's Advice and Support Services (CASS) is the front door to the largest children’s service department in the country. It plays a vital role in ensuring service excellence by providing specialized social work, making holistic threshold decisions using the Right Help Right Time threshold document, addressing safeguarding concerns promptly, and signposting support.

The environment is fast-paced, covering all of Birmingham, with over 4000 referrals processed each month, excluding phone inquiries. We operate core hours from 8.45 am to 5.15 pm Monday to Thursday, and 8.45 am to 4.15 pm on Fridays. Staff are required to work from the office three days a week, with the possibility of increasing to five days.

There has never been a better time to join Birmingham Children’s Trust and develop your career. If you're ready to make a difference in children's lives while enhancing your skills and knowledge, CASS is the place for you.

About You:

We seek dedicated and compassionate individuals committed to making a difference. The ideal candidate will have:

• A degree in Social Work and completed your ASYE.
• Registration with Social Work England.
• Experience working with children and families in a social work setting.
• Strong assessment and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work effectively both as part of a team and independently.

Please note that the retention pay at CASS is £2,400 per annum.

Interview date: 10th and 11th July (face-to-face at One Avenue Road, Birmingham)