Social worker Work, Jobs in Kings Heath, Wmd (with Salaries)

Social Work Assistant (SWA)
Civic Recruitment Limited —Birmingham
- £17.65 an hour
- Temporary
- Childcare
- Analysis skills
- Working with children
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12d
Family Support Worker (23239)
Barnardo's —Edgbaston
- £26,003 - £30,351 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Preschool
- Travel
- IT
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Qualified Children's Social Worker - Child focused courts
Cafcass —Birmingham
- £45,749 - £49,866 a year
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
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8d
Children and Young People Residential Support Worker (EBD Children's Home) Acocks Green
Gracebridge Care —Acocks Green
- £29,318 - £33,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Childcare
- Working with children
- Driving
- Paid training
- Health & wellbeing programme
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Social Workers
Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council —Solihull
- £38,220 - £46,212 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Flexitime
13d
Supervising Social Worker
Outset Fostering Agency —Birmingham
- £31,000 - £40,000 a year
- Full-time
- Childcare
- Driving
- In-person
- Annual leave
- Work from home
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Social Care Assistant, Birmingham
St Andrew's Healthcare —Birmingham
- £26,586 a year
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Annual leave
Level 2 Social Worker
Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust —Lichfield
- £39,959 - £48,117 a year
- Full-time
- IT
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Annual leave
Social Worker (Maternity Cover)
Young Lives vs Cancer —Birmingham
- £38,834 a year
- Temporary
- Hybrid work
- Childcare
- Working with children
- Annual leave
6d
Health & Social Care Lecturer
School of Coding & AI —Birmingham
- £35,000 - £40,000 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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2d
Family Group Worker Maternity Cover
Home-Start Birmingham Central And South-West —Birmingham
- From £25,989 a year
- Part-time
- Childcare
- Working with children
- In-person
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13d
Mental Health Support Worker (Young People + Children)
BMS Care providers limited —Birmingham
- From £16.65 an hour
- Part-time
- Applied behaviour analysis
- Working with children
- Patient care
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3d
Senior Residential Support Worker
Meadows Care —Birmingham
- £13.42 an hour
- Weekend availability
- In-person
- Care plans
- Leadership
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Employee discount
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9d
Specialist Family Support Worker
Worcestershire County Council —Kempsey
- £15,769 - £33,699 a year
- Hybrid work
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
6d
Support Worker
Leaders Residence —Sparkhill
- From £24,420 a year
- Full-time
- English
- Microsoft Office
- Travel
- Free parking
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3d
Residential Home Therapist
The Care Project —Little Aston
- From £75 an hour
- Part-time
- Master's degree
- IT
- In-person
- Free parking
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Support Worker
Hebol Support Ltd —Birmingham
- From £13 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- Working with children
- Travel
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3d
Youth and Curriculum Worker
Bromsgrove Youth and Community Hub —Bromsgrove
- £28,598 a year
- Part-time
- Working with children
- Mentoring
- In-person
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11d
Supervising Social Worker
Impact Fostering LTD —Birmingham
- £28,000 - £32,000 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Computer literacy
- Working with children
- Computer skills
- Free parking
- Flexitime
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13d
Female Complex Care Therapist - Part time - Stourbridge
Abilities Enabled —Stourbridge
- From £16 an hour
- Part-time
- Master's degree
- Organisational skills
- IT
- Free parking
Quick apply
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Social Work Assistant (SWA)

Civic Recruitment Limited
Birmingham

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Job details

Temporary
£17.65 an hour
12 days ago

Qualifications

Childcare
Report writing
Analysis skills
Working with children
Youth work
IT
NVQ
Communication skills
Time management

Full job description

3 months contract with a Local Authority

Job Title: Social Work Assistant (SWA)

Job Purpose

To support Social Workers in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and young people through the delivery of high-quality support services. The post holder will assist in the assessment, planning, intervention, and monitoring of cases, ensuring that children and families receive appropriate support and that statutory responsibilities are fulfilled in line with legislation, policies, and best practice.

Key Responsibilities

Casework Support

Manage an allocated caseload as directed by the Team Manager, Social Worker, or Senior Practitioner.
Support the assessment, planning, and delivery of interventions for children, young people, and their families.
Undertake direct work with children and families to promote positive outcomes and address identified needs.
Assist in safeguarding activities and ensure the welfare of children remains paramount in all aspects of work.

Assessments and Interventions

Gather, record, and analyse relevant information relating to children, young people, and families.
Contribute to assessments, care planning, and review processes in accordance with statutory requirements.
Support the implementation of intervention plans designed to improve outcomes for children and young people.
Provide practical day-to-day support to children, young people, and families as required.

Partnership Working

Work collaboratively with social workers, schools, health professionals, police, voluntary organisations, and other partner agencies.
Maintain effective communication with all stakeholders to ensure coordinated service delivery.
Contribute to multi-agency meetings and case discussions where appropriate.
Promote integrated working practices that support positive outcomes for children and families.

Case Recording and Report Writing

Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive case records using management information systems.
Prepare reports, assessments, and correspondence in line with statutory and organisational requirements.
Ensure all records are evidence-based, clear, and compliant with data protection and confidentiality requirements.
Communicate effectively through written, verbal, and electronic methods.

Safeguarding and Child Protection

Support the identification and assessment of safeguarding concerns.
Follow safeguarding procedures and escalate concerns appropriately.
Contribute to child protection processes and maintain awareness of relevant legislation and guidance.
Ensure the safety and wellbeing of children and young people remain central to all decision-making.

Professional Development and Team Working

Participate in supervision, training, and continuous professional development activities.
Keep up to date with legislation, policies, procedures, and best practice within children's services.
Attend team meetings, service reviews, and development sessions.
Work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Undertake additional duties commensurate with the grade of the post as required by management.

Experience

Essential

Experience working with children, young people, and families in a social care, education, health, youth work, or community setting.
Experience supporting vulnerable children and families.
Experience maintaining accurate records and preparing reports.
Experience working effectively with a range of professionals and agencies.

Desirable

Experience working within Children's Social Care services.
Experience contributing to assessments and support plans.
Experience working within a safeguarding environment.
Experience of multi-agency partnership working.

Qualifications

Essential

NVQ Level 3, Diploma, or equivalent qualification in Health and Social Care, Children's Care, Youth Work, Education, Social Care, or a related field.
GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Mathematics.
Evidence of ongoing professional development.

Desirable

Relevant qualification in Childcare, Family Support, Youth Work, Social Care, or a related discipline.
Safeguarding Children training.
Additional qualifications relating to child development, family support, or children's services.

Key Skills and Competencies

Knowledge

Understanding of safeguarding and child protection principles.
Knowledge of children's social care services and relevant legislation.
Understanding of the needs of vulnerable children, young people, and families.
Knowledge of confidentiality, data protection, and information-sharing protocols.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to build positive relationships with children, young people, families, and professionals.
Effective assessment, observation, and analytical skills.
Report writing and record-keeping skills.
Good organisational and time-management abilities.
Competent IT skills and experience using case management systems.

Competencies

Child-centred approach.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Professionalism and integrity.
Sound judgement and decision-making skills.
Resilience and ability to work in challenging situations.
Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Additional Information

Organisation: Birmingham Children's Trust
DBS Requirement: Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check required.
Location: One Avenue Road, Aston, Birmingham, West Midlands, B6 4DU, United Kingdom
Pay Rate: £17.65 per hour (Limited/Umbrella)
Hours: 36.5 hours per week
Contract Type: Temporary/Agency (as applicable)
Working Pattern: 36.5 hours per week, in accordance with service requirements
Organisation: Birmingham Children's Trust
Reporting To: Team Manager or Senior Practitioner
DBS Requirement: Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check required.
We operate on a bi-weekly payment schedule.
Closing date: 8th July– early applications are encouraged.

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social worker jobs in kings heath, wmd

Social Work Assistant (SWA)

Family Support Worker (23239)

Qualified Children's Social Worker - Child focused courts

Children and Young People Residential Support Worker (EBD Children's Home) Acocks Green

Social Workers

Supervising Social Worker

Social Care Assistant, Birmingham

Level 2 Social Worker

Social Worker (Maternity Cover)

Health & Social Care Lecturer

Family Group Worker Maternity Cover

Mental Health Support Worker (Young People + Children)

Senior Residential Support Worker

Specialist Family Support Worker

Support Worker

Residential Home Therapist

Support Worker

Youth and Curriculum Worker

Supervising Social Worker

Female Complex Care Therapist - Part time - Stourbridge

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