Social Work Lead Practitioner - Child Protection Enquiry Team (East)

Birmingham Children's Trust; Nechells; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A child welfare organization in Nechells is seeking a committed Social Work Lead Practitioner to join their Family Help service. You will lead multi-agency support for vulnerable children and families, ensuring their safety and wellbeing. This role requires a registered social worker with experience in collaboration and communication. The organization offers competitive benefits including generous leave and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Incentive payment

Retention payment

Generous annual leave

Flexible working policy

Fully paid registration fee

Qualifications

• Passionate and experienced in social work.
• Ability to work collaboratively in multi-agency settings.
• Strong communication skills to engage with families and professionals.

Responsibilities

• Act as the lead professional for children and families in need of help.
• Lead delivery of multi-agency plans and support meetings.
• Build positive relationships with children and young people.

Skills

Social work

Multi-agency collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Registered Social Worker

Job description

Overview

Are you a passionate and experienced social worker ready to take the next step in your career? Birmingham Children's Trust is seeking a committed Social Work Lead Practitioner to join our Family Help service in the Child Protection Enquiry Team and make a lasting impact on the lives of children and families across the city. We are dedicated to Working Together to make Birmingham the greatest city to grow up in. Our mission is to deliver excellent social work and family support services for the city's most vulnerable children and families. Every member of our team plays a vital role in achieving our shared goals.

Responsibilities

• Act as the lead professional for children and families in need of help and support.
• Take a whole-family approach to needs-led assessments and multi-agency support planning.
• Lead the delivery of multi-agency plans and facilitate Early Help and Child in Need meetings.
• Establish and coordinate a 'Team Around the Family' to ensure joined-up support.
• Prepare and present assessments and reports to conferences, courts, and panels.
• Engage with the Multi-Agency Child Protection Team (MACPT) where safeguarding concerns arise.
• Deliver child protection plans in collaboration with relevant partners.
• Build positive relationships with children and young people, promoting their development, safety, and wellbeing.

Safeguarding and Recruitment

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. Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.

Benefits

• Incentive payment of £1,000 in addition to salary.
• Retention payment of up to £5,000 per annum, subject to tax and NI deductions - T&C's will apply.
• Generous annual leave package: 30 days + bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 5 years, 35 days after 10 years.
• Free on-site parking.
• Full reimbursement of your annual Social Work England registration fee.
• Flexible and mobile working policy with a hybrid model of working between office and home.
• Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees.

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.