Team Manager - Designated Social Care Officer

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and forward-thinking organization dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children and families. This impactful role as a Designated Social Care Officer will allow you to lead initiatives that improve outcomes for young people with disabilities. You will collaborate with social care and SEND teams, ensuring compliance with legislative requirements while fostering a supportive environment for children. If you're a passionate leader with a commitment to excellence in social work, this is your opportunity to create a lasting impact in Birmingham.

Benefits

Generous Leave Allowance

Local Government Pension Scheme

Career Development Programs

Supportive Work Environment

Qualifications

• Degree or recognized qualification in social work required.
• Knowledge of social care processes and SEND understanding essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and shape social care components of SEND strategy.
• Manage social care needs assessment process ensuring compliance.

Skills

Social Work

Communication

Leadership

Time Management

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in Social Work

Recognized Qualification in Social Work

Job description

About The Role

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families? Do you have the drive to support and empower young people to achieve their full potential? If so, Birmingham Children’s Trust wants you!

We are looking for people like you to join the Children with Disabilities Team!This role is a team manager role with staffing to manage and with DSCO responsibilities.

At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed 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 atmosphere. We are a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation, committed to innovation and excellence in social work practice.

The Designated Social Care Officer (DSCO) will work across the social care and SEND team to generate solutions and implement strategies with plans to improve outcomes for children and young people.The DSCO will lead and shape the social care components of the SEND strategy across the Trust; ensuring compliance with legislative requirements of the SEND Code of Practice (2015) and statutory responsibilities under the Children and Family Act (2014) and Care Act (2014) and directly influence the direction of SEND services through insight and intelligence.

You will attend the weekly SEN Panel, following up on the social care actions from that panel, coordinating EHC assessments and reviews with other social care assessments, and problem solve complex cases. Your role will also support colleagues with advice, guidance and training.

Your expertise will be instrumental in managing a robust social care needs assessment process that meets all statutory requirements. By working closely with existing Social Care and SEND Teams, you will ensure seamless planning for children with SEND, particularly those with Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs). The role will also have a reach into adult social care as we seek to improve our pathways for children and young people into Adult Services.

About you

We are looking for committed and compassionate individuals who are entrusted to making a difference. The ideal candidate will have:

• A degree or any recognised qualification in social work.
• To have knowledge of social care processes and an understanding of children and young people with SEND.
• You are a good communicator, working effectively with a wide range of stakeholders
• Are you a passionate, solution-focused leader with extensive experience in both social care and SEND services?
• Are you driven by a desire to make a real impact and have a proven track record of delivering successful projects?
• Do you high levels of organisational and effective time management skills?
• Do you have experience in effectively managing Social Care teams?
• Are you experienced in using quality assurance frameworks andsystems to monitor and review the effectiveness of services?

Interviews will take place on 6th June 2025

For further details please contact Claire Owen, Head of Service for Children with Disabilities

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We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit.
We actively deliver services that are culturally responsive to the needs of the children, parents and carers we work with to deliver equality, diversity and inclusivity in all we do.

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.

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.