Senior Social Worker - Children with Disabilities

Birmingham Children’s Trust Limited; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome payment £1,000

Retention payment up to £5,000 per yr

Relocation allowance up to £8,000

DBS fee paid

DBS Update Service reimbursed

30–35 days leave

Hybrid working

Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme

Free parking

Local Government Pension Scheme

Job summary

Birmingham Children’s Trust is seeking a Senior Social Worker for the Children with Disabilities Service in Birmingham. You will safeguard and promote welfare, manage a complex caseload and provide professional guidance to colleagues to model high-quality practice.

You will work with children, families and partner agencies to assess needs, develop robust plans and deliver effective interventions that improve outcomes.

Qualifications

• Recognised Social Work qualification and registration with Social Work England.
• Significant post-qualifying experience within children's social care.
• Experience with children and young people with disabilities and their families.
• Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, safeguarding procedures and statutory guidance.
• Experience managing complex Child in Need, Child Protection and Children in Care cases.
• Ability to provide professional support, guidance and mentoring to less experienced colleagues.
• Excellent assessment, analytical and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with children, families and partner agencies.

Responsibilities

• Carry out assessments and develop robust plans to safeguard children with disabilities.
• Manage risk and deliver effective, outcome-focused interventions.
• Provide professional guidance, coaching and mentorship to colleagues.
• Collaborate with families and partner agencies to coordinate services.

Skills

Social work expertise

Assessment

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Social Work qualification

Registration with Social Work England

Job description

About The Role

Senior Social Worker - Children with Disabilities Service

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with disabilities and their families? Are you an experienced Social Worker ready to take the next step in your career, helping to shape practice and support colleagues to deliver outstanding outcomes? If so, Birmingham Children's Trust wants you!

At Birmingham Children's Trust, we are dedicated to providing outstanding care and support to children and families across Birmingham. Our mission is to ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive in a safe, nurturing environment. We are a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation, committed to innovation and excellence in social work practice.

As a Senior Social Worker within our Children with Disabilities Service, you will play a key role in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people with disabilities. Alongside managing a complex caseload, you will provide professional guidance and support to colleagues, model high-quality practice, and contribute to the ongoing development of the service.

You will work closely with children, families, carers and partner agencies to complete assessments, develop robust plans, manage risk and deliver effective interventions that improve outcomes. Our services are joined-up and child-centred, and you will develop strong partnerships with health services, education providers, police, voluntary organisations and other professionals to ensure children receive the right support at the right time.

About the Service:

The Children with Disabilities Service works with children and young people who have permanent disabilities that significantly impact on their day-to-day lives. We are a through service, meaning we stay with children and families throughout their journey with social care, completing assessments and providing ongoing support through Child in Need, Child Protection and Children in Care processes where required.

We are ambitious for our children and young people and are passionately committed to helping them achieve their full potential. We celebrate their achievements, promote their independence, and work alongside families to ensure children receive the support they need to thrive.

We are seeking a permanent, full-time Senior Social Worker for the team covering the East of the city.

The team is based at One Avenue Road, Aston, with ample free parking available at the rear of the office.

About You:

We are looking for an experienced, skilled and compassionate practitioner who is committed to achieving the best outcomes for children and young people with disabilities.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A recognised Social Work qualification and registration with Social Work England.
• Significant post-qualifying experience within children's social care.
• Experience of working with children and young people with disabilities and their families.
• Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, safeguarding procedures and statutory guidance.
• Experience managing complex Child in Need, Child Protection and Children in Care cases.
• The ability to provide professional support, guidance and mentoring to less experienced colleagues.
• Excellent assessment, analytical and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with children, families and partner agencies.
• A commitment to strengths-based, relationship-focused practice.
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a supportive team.

What We Offer:

At Birmingham Children's Trust, we recognise the importance of supporting our workforce and offer:

• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Regular reflective supervision and management support.
• Opportunities for continued professional development and career progression.
• Access to specialist training relevant to children with disabilities.
• Flexible working arrangements where service needs allow.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance.

Join Us

This is an exciting opportunity to join a passionate and dedicated team that is committed to improving the lives of children and young people with disabilities across Birmingham.

At the Trust, we value our people and are committed to supporting your professional development, wellbeing, and work-life balance. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• In addition to the salary offered, there is a welcome payment of £1,000 paid in full in your first months salary - T&C's will apply.
• A Retention payment of up to £5,000 per annum paid monthly subject to tax and NI deductions - T&C's will apply.
• A relocation allowance of up to £8,000 - T&C's will apply.
• Payment of your Social Work England registration fee.
• Payment of your DBS application fee, plus reimbursement of your DBS Update Service subscription.
• A generous annual leave entitlement of 30 days, plus bank holidays, increasing to 33 days after 5 years’ service and 35 days after 10 years’ service.
• An early finish every Friday, helping you make the most of your weekend.
• Access to our Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme, offering the opportunity to drive a brand-new car through an affordable fixed monthly payment, with no deposit or credit checks and a range of all-inclusive driving packages.
• Free on-site parking at our One Avenue Road (Aston) and Lifford House (Stirchley) offices, including free electric vehicle charging points.
• A comprehensive employee benefits package, including Occupational Health services, reward and recognition schemes, employee discounts (including the Blue Light Card), health and fitness offers, wellbeing support, and much more.
• Flexible and hybrid working, with a range of working patterns that support both the needs of the Trust and a healthy work-life balance.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme, providing a generous career average pension.
• Discounted gym memberships with PureGym and Nuffield Health to support your health and wellbeing.

About Us

Help us to change children and young people’s lives!

At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work- be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.
• Supportive Environment- enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.
• Career Development- benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• Generous Benefits- take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.

Our Values

We approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.

We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.

We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.

Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.

Safeguarding

At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.

The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people.

We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence.