Senior Social Worker, UASC Care & Safeguarding

Neway International Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An east Midlands social services agency is seeking a Senior Social Worker to provide high-quality practice within the Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children service. Candidates need at least 2 years’ experience, a Social Work England registration, and strong safeguarding knowledge. Responsibilities include assessments and working collaboratively with agencies to support the wellbeing of vulnerable young people. This role is 36.5 hours a week and offers competitive pay rates.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ post-qualification experience.
• Experience supporting children and young people, ideally within UASC services.
• Enhanced DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver effective social work practice within the UASC service.
• Undertake assessments, care planning, and reviews.
• Provide safeguarding oversight.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of safeguarding

Assessment and report-writing

Education

Qualified Social Worker

Registration with Social Work England

Job description

An east Midlands social services agency is seeking a Senior Social Worker to provide high-quality practice within the Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children service. Candidates need at least 2 years’ experience, a Social Work England registration, and strong safeguarding knowledge. Responsibilities include assessments and working collaboratively with agencies to support the wellbeing of vulnerable young people. This role is 36.5 hours a week and offers competitive pay rates.