Senior Social Worker - Child Protection Team - Birmingham

Eden Brown Synergy; Highgate; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Ongoing training opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Eden Brown Synergy is seeking a Senior Social Worker for our Birmingham Child Protection Team. You will lead assessments, coordinate tailored intervention plans, and work with multi-agency partners to safeguard children.

The ideal candidate will have a recognized social work qualification, registration with Social Work England, and extensive experience in child protection. Strong communication, leadership, and collaboration skills are essential.

Qualifications

• A recognized social work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DipSW, or equivalent).
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Significant experience in child protection and safeguarding.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and a commitment to professional development.

Responsibilities

• Conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored intervention plans.
• Providing supervision and support to junior social workers and team members.
• Engaging with families, children, and other stakeholders to ensure effective service delivery.
• Maintaining accurate case records and documentation in compliance with statutory requirements.
• Participating in court proceedings and presenting evidence as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Professional development

Education

Social work qualification

Job description

Join our dedicated Child Protection Team in Birmingham as a Senior Social Worker, where you will play a crucial role in safeguarding vulnerable children and supporting families in need. We are looking for an experienced professional who is passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of children and their families. In this role, you will lead assessments, develop intervention plans, and collaborate with multi-agency partners to ensure the best outcomes for children.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored intervention plans.
• Providing supervision and support to junior social workers and team members.
• Engaging with families, children, and other stakeholders to ensure effective service delivery.
• Maintaining accurate case records and documentation in compliance with statutory requirements.
• Participating in court proceedings and presenting evidence as required.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and skills:

• A recognized social work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DipSW, or equivalent).
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Significant experience in child protection and safeguarding.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and a commitment to professional development.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits to support your work-life balance and professional growth, including flexible working arrangements, ongoing training opportunities, and a supportive team environment.