Senior Social Worker - Children In Need Team - Birmingham

Eden Brown Synergy; Highgate; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Professional development

Management support

Job summary

Eden Brown Synergy is seeking a Senior Social Worker to join our Children In Need Team in Birmingham. The role focuses on high-quality assessments, safeguarding, and delivering tailored support to vulnerable children and families.

You will supervise junior staff, collaborate with multi-agency partners, and maintain rigorous case records in accordance with statutory requirements and organisational standards.

Qualifications

• Recognised social work qualification required.
• Registration with Social Work England is mandatory.
• Significant experience in children’s social work within a statutory context.
• Solid knowledge of child protection legislation and safeguarding practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of children and families to identify needs and risks.
• Develop and implement tailored care plans in collaboration with families and professionals.
• Provide supervision and support to junior social workers and students.
• Work with multi-agency teams to coordinate services and ensure effective communication.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records in line with legal and organisational standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Supervisory skills

Interpersonal skills

Assessment skills

Education

Degree in Social Work or DipSW

Registration with Social Work England

Job description

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Senior Social Worker to join our Children In Need Team in Birmingham. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of vulnerable children and families. As a Senior Social Worker, you will be responsible for providing high-quality assessments, interventions, and support to children and families in need, 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 care plans in collaboration with families and other professionals.
• Providing supervision and support to junior social workers and students, fostering their professional development.
• Working closely with multi-agency teams to coordinate services and ensure effective communication.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case records in accordance with legal and organizational standards.

To be successful in this role, you will need to possess the following essential qualifications and skills:

• A recognized social work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DipSW, or equivalent).
• Registration with Social Work England.
• Significant experience working in children's social work, particularly within a statutory context.
• Strong knowledge of child protection legislation and safeguarding practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits including flexible working arrangements, access to ongoing professional development, and support from a dedicated management team. Join us in making a difference in the lives of children and families in Birmingham. If you are ready to take the next step in your career and meet the qualifications outlined above,