Senior Social Worker - Children & Families Team

Sanctuary Personnel; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel seeks a Senior Social Worker in Birmingham's Children & Families Team. This role involves leading casework, supporting team members, and making impactful differences in children's lives. Flexible working options available, emphasizing career development and employee wellbeing.

Benefits

Flexible Working Options

Career Development

Travel Reimbursement

Supportive Team Culture

Work-Life Balance

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.
• Significant post-qualification experience in statutory children's services.
• Strong understanding of child protection and relevant legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead on complex cases and provide supervision to colleagues.
• Conduct assessments of children and families to ensure appropriate support.
• Collaboration with professionals to deliver integrated care.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Child Protection

Education

Qualification in Social Work

Job description

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Location: Birmingham, UK Rate: £30.57 per hour (Umbrella) Type: Locum | Full-Time or Part-Time | Ongoing

Overview

Join Birmingham Children's Trust - rated 'GOOD' by Ofsted - as a Senior Social Worker in the Children & Families Team. This is a rewarding opportunity to lead complex casework, support your team, and make a tangible difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families. With flexible working options and a supportive environment, this role is perfect for experienced social workers seeking impactful work and career progression.

Flexible Working: Choose from full-time or part-time hours to suit your lifestyle.

Career Development: Access continuous professional development and clear progression pathways within Birmingham Children's Trust.

Travel Reimbursement: Claim travel expenses within Birmingham, supporting your day-to-day mobility.

Supportive Team Culture: Work alongside passionate, like-minded professionals in a collaborative, inclusive environment.

Work-Life Balance: Benefit from a culture that values employee wellbeing and promotes balance between work and personal commitments.

Key Responsibilities

Lead on complex cases, offering supervision and guidance to less experienced colleagues.

Carry out detailed assessments of children and families, ensuring they receive appropriate interventions and support.

Formulate, implement, and regularly review care and safeguarding plans that are child-focused and outcome-driven.

Collaborate with a wide range of professionals including education, health, police, and voluntary services to deliver joined-up support.

Uphold statutory responsibilities under the Children Act, safeguarding frameworks, and local procedures.

Represent the Trust at meetings, court proceedings, and multi-agency panels where necessary.

Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.

Significant post-qualification experience in statutory children's services.

Strong understanding of child protection, looked after children, and relevant legislation and frameworks.

Proven ability to manage complex cases independently.

Excellent communication and report-writing skills.

Why Birmingham?

As the UK's second-largest city, Birmingham offers a vibrant blend of cultures, communities, and opportunities. Whether it's food, music, green spaces, or heritage, Birmingham is a hub of energy and inclusivity. Its thriving professional landscape and commitment to children's services make it an ideal location for career-minded social workers.

About Sanctuary Personnel

Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency, rated 'Excellent' on Trustpilot by over 1,000 professionals. We are committed to securing top-tier roles that match your skills, with some of the best locum rates in the UK social care sector.

Apply today to bring your experience and passion to a team making a real difference in the lives of children and families in Birmingham.

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