Senior Social Worker - Pre Birth team - Birmingham - Sanctuary Personal

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

Job summary

A social work recruitment agency is hiring a Senior Social Worker for the Pre-Birth Service in Birmingham. The role involves conducting pre-birth assessments and managing cases to support vulnerable families. Candidates should have experience in risk management and multi-agency collaboration. This position offers a competitive hourly rate of £30.57 and flexible working hours.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Professional growth opportunities

Networking opportunities

Enhanced rates of pay and weekly payroll

Qualifications

• Experience with pre-birth assessments and managing child welfare cases.
• Robust knowledge of legal proceedings and multi-agency strategies.
• Proven track record in working with vulnerable families.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed pre-birth assessments for vulnerable babies.
• Manage cases from Child in Need through Interim Care Orders.
• Engage in legal planning and multi-agency frameworks.

Skills

Pre-birth assessments

Risk management

Multi-agency collaboration

Legal planning

Substance misuse awareness

Mental health understanding

Job description

Overview

Senior Social Worker – Pre-Birth Service • £30.57 per hour • Ongoing contract

Immerse yourself in a vibrant opportunity as a Senior Social Worker within the Pre-Birth Service in Birmingham. This ongoing, full-time locum role offers a lucrative hourly rate of £30.57, allowing you to elevate your career in a dynamic environment. This position seeks experienced professionals with robust expertise in pre-birth assessments, risk management for both pre-birth and post-birth scenarios, and working with families who have experienced the removal of children from their care.

Join us to play a pivotal role in breaking the cycle of children entering care, by engaging with parents early in their pregnancy stages and ensuring consistent and supportive experiences for all families involved. In this fast-paced setting, you will be conducting thorough pre-birth assessments and contributing to vital decision-making processes and outcomes for vulnerable babies. You will manage cases across Child in Need (CIN), Child Protection (CP), and Interim Care Order (ICO) stages, requiring adept skills in legal planning and pre-proceedings.

Your comprehensive understanding of complex case discussions and multi-agency strategies is essential, particularly in areas such as substance misuse, mental health, domestic abuse, and homelessness.

What you will do

• Conduct detailed pre-birth assessments and develop safety planning for vulnerable babies.
• Manage cases from Child in Need through to Interim Care Orders.
• Engage in legal planning and discussions for pre-proceedings.
• Utilise multi-agency frameworks to address issues like substance misuse, mental health challenges, homelessness, and domestic abuse.
• Work collaboratively to ensure the positive progression of all families involved.

Perks and benefits

• Flexible working hours: Embrace the freedom and comfort that come with a locum role, allowing you to maintain a work-life balance tailored to your needs.
• Professional growth: Gain invaluable experience in a challenging field, expanding your skillset and enhancing your career prospects.
• Networking opportunities: Work alongside seasoned professionals, sharing insights and learning from the best in the field.
• Enhanced rates of pay and weekly payroll: Enjoy prompt and competitive compensation for your hard work and dedication.

Birmingham is not only an exciting place to work, but it’s also a city bustling with life and culture. With its rich history, diverse community, and thriving arts scene, Birmingham offers a unique blend of modern city living with a warm, welcoming feel. Join us and discover why Birmingham is a fantastic place to live and advance your career as a Senior Social Worker.

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