Social Work UASC Senior Practitoner

Sanctuary Personnel Limited; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate £33.30

Flexible work arrangements

Continued professional development and

Training to stay at the cutting edge

Supportive management structure

Vibrant Birmingham community

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel Limited is seeking a Senior Practitioner UASC in Birmingham to support Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children within Birmingham Children\'s Trust. You will manage complex caseloads and ensure welfare and safeguarding standards are met.

You will hold SWE registration, work collaboratively with agencies, and contribute to high-quality social work and family support in a vibrant city community.

Qualifications

• Approved social work qualification with Registration from Social Work England (SWE).
• Significant experience with vulnerable children and families and liaising with statutory and voluntary agencies.
• Current knowledge of professional social work practices and key legislation.
• Ability to communicate effectively in various formats and work collaboratively with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard and promote welfare of vulnerable children and young people in Birmingham.
• Manage a complex caseload, meeting legislative requirements and addressing each child\'s needs.
• Collect, record and analyse information using management systems.
• Conduct thorough assessments for children in need of protection.
• Lead proactive meetings focusing on the child\'s needs, wishes and feelings.
• Collaborate with professionals and agencies for a joined-up approach.
• Prepare and present reports to conferences, courts and panels.
• Support the Team Manager and participate in team meetings.

Education

Approved social work qualification with SWE registration

Job description

Senior Practitioner UASC
Job Location: Birmingham
Salary: £33.30 hourly. Ongoing

Join our vibrant team at Birmingham Children’s Trust as a Senior Practitioner focusing on Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC). This is a unique opportunity to use your skills and expertise in Children's Services to make a tangible difference in the lives of young people. Working full-time, you will be pivotal in our mission to provide excellent social work and family support across the city. We are looking for someone who brings innovation and is eager to support our vision of creating better futures for vulnerable children and families.

Perks and benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate at £33.30, ensuring you are well-compensated for your expert contributions
• Flexible work arrangements, allowing you to balance professional responsibilities with personal commitments
• Opportunities for continued professional development and training to keep you at the cutting edge of social work practices
• Join an inspiring team effort, with a supportive management structure to guide your professional growth
• Enjoy the diverse, vibrant community of Birmingham, with its rich cultural events and activities

What you will do:

• Safeguard and promote the welfare of vulnerable children and young people in Birmingham, delivering top-tier services
• Manage a complex caseload, meeting all legislative requirements and ensuring each child or young person's needs are addressed
• Collect, record, and analyse information using management systems, ensuring actions taken fulfil statutory responsibilities
• Conduct thorough assessments for children in need of protection, creating and monitoring plans involving multi-agency partners
• Lead proactive, timely meetings that focus on the child or young person's needs, wishes, and feelings
• Collaborate with professionals and agencies to ensure a seamless 'joined-up' approach
• Prepare and present reports to relevant conferences, courts, and panels
• Support the Team Manager and engage in team meetings to contribute positively to the team's objectives

Essential qualifications:

• Approved social work qualification with registration from Social Work England (SWE)
• Significant experience with vulnerable children and families and liaising with statutory and voluntary agencies
• Current knowledge of professional social work practices and key legislation
• Ability to communicate effectively in various formats and work collaboratively with diverse teams

Birmingham offers an energetic and diverse backdrop for your career in Children's Services. With a rich cultural scene, exceptional restaurants, and welcoming communities, it's a fantastic place to live and work. If you're looking for a meaningful job where your work truly impacts people's lives, this is the role for you.