Senior Social Worker - Children In Need Team - Birmingham

Caritas Recruitment; Highgate; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Training & development

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Caritas Recruitment is seeking a Senior Social Worker to join our Children In Need Team in Birmingham. You will provide high-quality support and intervention to vulnerable children and families, ensuring safety and well-being through comprehensive assessments and tailored plans.

The role offers a competitive salary, structured supervision, and opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Recognised social work qualification (e.g., BA/MA in Social Work)
• Current registration with Social Work England
• Significant experience in children's social work, particularly assessments and intervention
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with children and families
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work under pressure

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of children and families to identify needs and risks
• Develop and implement tailored intervention plans in collaboration with families and other professionals
• Manage a caseload effectively, ensuring timely and appropriate responses to referrals
• Provide supervision and support to junior social workers and students
• Maintain accurate case records in line with local authority policies

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Strong report writing

Education

BA/MA in Social Work

Job description

Are you a passionate and dedicated social worker looking to make a significant impact in the lives of children and families in need? We are seeking a Senior Social Worker to join our Children In Need Team in Birmingham. In this role, you will be responsible for providing high-quality support and intervention to children and families facing complex challenges, ensuring their safety and well-being.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Conducting comprehensive assessments of children and families to identify needs and risks.
• Developing and implementing tailored intervention plans in collaboration with families and other professionals.
• Managing a caseload effectively, ensuring timely and appropriate responses to referrals.
• Providing supervision and support to junior social workers and students, fostering their professional development.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case records in compliance with local authority policies.

To be considered for this role, you must possess the following essential qualifications and skills:

• A recognized social work qualification (e.g., BA/MA in Social Work).
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Significant experience in children's social work, particularly in assessments and intervention.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with children and families.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work under pressure.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a supportive working environment with opportunities for professional growth. Benefits include flexible working arrangements, access to ongoing training and development, and a comprehensive employee assistance program. Join us in making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families in Birmingham.