Senior social worker Work, Jobs in Edgbaston, 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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14d
Assistant Psychologist
CareTech Group —Birmingham
- £29,243.76 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Rehabilitation centre
- Psychology
- Free parking
Team Leader/Deputy Manager
Beacon Haven Ltd —Birmingham
- £35,000 a year
- Nights as needed
- Childcare
- Supervising experience
- Organisational skills
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14d
Senior Children's Support Worker
Keys Children —Birmingham
- £14.95 - £15.55 an hour
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Positive Behaviour & Engagement Officer
Queen Alexandra College —Birmingham
- £24,886 - £26,841 a year
- Full-time
- School
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
7d
Probation Service Officer - Birmingham
HM Prison & Probation Service —Birmingham
- £20,001 - £40,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Presentation skills
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Senior Support Worker Criminal Justice
GreenSquareAccord —Birmingham
- £30,000 a year
- Microsoft Office
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Team Leader
Recruit Me Care —Birmingham
- £30,680 - £32,760 a year
- Weekend availability
- Childcare
- Working with children
- In-person
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Band 7 Clinical Team Manager - MHST
Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust —Birmingham
- £49,387 - £56,515 a year
- Full-time
- Travel
- Leadership
- School
Clinical Lead/Deputy Manager
Wayside Care Ltd —Bromsgrove
- £40,000 - £50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Anatomy knowledge
- Medication administration
- Nursing home
- Free parking
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8d
Deputy Manager
St Bernards Care Home —Solihull
- £31,500 - £35,000 a year
- Full-time
- In-person
- Leadership
- Free parking
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12h
Senior Residential Care Worker
Homes Residential Care —Birmingham
- £16 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Childcare
- Working with children
- In-person
- Employee discount
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4d
Senior Scientist
UK Health Security Agency —Birmingham
- £41,983 - £48,128 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Master's degree
- SQL
- SharePoint
6d
Social Worker - Nuneaton and Bedworth
Warwickshire County Council —Nuneaton
- Up to £51,726 a year
- Full-time
- English
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
12d
Operations Manager
Aston University —Birmingham
- £38,784 - £46,049 a year
- Full-time
- CRM software
- University
- Leadership
- Annual leave
11d
Service Manager - Assessment Service
Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council —Brierley Hill
- £60,913 - £64,869 a year
- Hybrid work
- Driving
- Leadership
- Communication skills
Assistant Team Manager
City of Wolverhampton Council —Wolverhampton
- £52,413 - £56,730 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Project management
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance programme
11d
Positive Behaviour & Engagement Officer
Queen Alexandra Charity —Birmingham
- £24,885.76 - £26,840.69 a year
- Full-time
- School
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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7d
Ofsted Registered Manager
Mechex Global Limited —Selly Oak
- From £65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
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Senior Support Worker
We Believe in Care Services —Birmingham
- £13.50 - £14.20 an hour
- Temporary
- Supervising experience
- IT
- In-person
- Free parking
- Paid training
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Social Work Assistant (SWA)

Civic Recruitment Limited
Birmingham

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Job details

Temporary
£17.65 an hour
14 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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