Senior Social Worker Assistant - Children in Care Job at Birmingham Children's Trust (Birmingham)

Care Support Worker

To undertake, with guidance and support, the tasks necessary to enable Service U...

Location

United Kingdom , Birmingham; Bradford

Salary:

Not provided

Assisted Lives Worcester

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Education to a general level
Skills in literacy and numeracy
Ability to work with a range of Service Users (people with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, older people)
Ability to work as a team member and alone when required
Ability to follow both written and verbal instructions and guidelines
Ability to communicate with people at all levels (Service Users, family/carers, professionals, senior managers)
Must be honest and trustworthy
Must be able to work in a flexible manner
Must be able to maintain enthusiasm in difficult, demanding, and stressful situations
Current, UK full driving license and access to a vehicle

Job Responsibility

Undertake tasks to enable Service Users to maintain or acquire everyday living skills
Observe and promote Service User’s choice, independence, dignity, privacy, fulfilment, and other rights
Help Service Users make full use of community resources and facilities
Help provide personal care and supervision
Assist in preparation and implementation of daily activities as directed
Assist meeting personal care needs (eating, toileting, bathing, dealing with incontinence, shopping, household tasks)
Maintain and encourage physical, emotional, cultural, and social needs using a person-centred approach
Create and maintain good professional relationships with Clients, family, friends, stakeholders
Actively support other Care Workers
Work flexibly and cover sessions, leave, sick leave etc. as needed

Senior Residential Childcare Worker

As a Senior Residential Childcare worker, you will play a crucial role in overse...

Location

United Kingdom , Nottingham

Salary:

Not provided

Safe Haven Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

QCF level 3 or working towards (Essential)
Experience working with children and young people in a residential care or childcare setting
Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills
Strong understanding of child development principles, attachment theory, and trauma-informed care approaches
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, and safeguarding procedures
Ability to effectively manage crisis situations, resolve conflicts, and make sound decisions
Flexibility and adaptability to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays
A valid driver’s license will be required

Job Responsibility

Provide leadership, guidance, and support to the residential care practitioners
Promote teamwork and professional development
Assist in the development and implementation of care plans and support strategies
Oversee the day-to-day care and activities within the home
Conduct regular observations and assessments of the children
Collaborate with the Registered Manager and Assistant Manager to coordinate and facilitate team meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities
Foster a positive and therapeutic environment within the home
Actively seek to build strong relationships with our young people
Support and implement behaviour management strategies and therapeutic interventions
Ensure compliance with safeguarding procedures, risk assessments, and health and safety guidelines

Deputy Children’s Home Manager

The main purpose of your role is to be responsible for effective day to day runn...

Location

United Kingdom , Birmingham

Salary:

30000.00 GBP / Year

Proline care Ltd

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

2 years supervisory experience with children in residential care
Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young people or equivalent
Clear DBS

Job Responsibility

To support the Registered Manager in ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures in line with OFSTED regulations
To safeguard and promote the welfare and development of all our young people
To ensure that all young people’s needs are being met and recognise changes in behaviour that may include updating young people’s individual risk assessments/care plans
To ensure that the team are providing a safe environment that is meeting the needs of the young people that we are caring for
To undertake supervisions with senior support workers and residential support workers and recognise strengths and weaknesses within the team that need addressing to support professional development
To be proactive in responding to safeguarding concerns in the home and follow the correct processes in place
To assist the registered manager with interviews and safer recruitment checks
To complete the rota for the home ensuring that the correct staffing levels are maintained for each young person
To act as a key career or supporting key career for our young people and build good trusting relationships
To update care plans and risk assessments and put child focused plans in place to best support the young people to flourish and grow

Fulltime

Deputy Children's Home Manager

Consensus is a community dedicated to inspiring and empowering people with learn...

Location

United Kingdom , Ipswich

Salary:

14.86 - 15.16 GBP / Hour

360 Resourcing Solutions

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience in the social care sector (Senior Support Worker, Team Leader or Senior Care Assistant)
Values: act with kindness
stay committed
embrace creativity

Job Responsibility

Provide leadership to colleagues within the team and support the Service Manager in the daily management & running of the service
Help the people we support to engage in meaningful opportunities and activities
Manage, deliver & lead high-quality care as part of the team using a person centred approach
Get involved in the community, support during leisure and social activities, and celebrate special occasions
Communicate appropriately, considering individual communication needs

What we offer

Career Ladder: clear opportunities for future progression
Learning & Development: training and qualifications
Financial Benefits: Life Assurance of twice your annual basic salary
Wagestream
Access to Discounts from over 150 retailers
Health & Wellbeing: confidential telephone counselling, dedicated wellbeing support, Employee Assistance Programme

Fulltime

Senior Residential Support Worker

SENIOR RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT WORKERS - SOUTH WALES. Lead with compassion and help ...

Location

United Kingdom , Bridgend

Salary:

38000.00 GBP / Year

Brook-St Hiredonline

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

QCF/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (Children and Young People)
Minimum of 1 year's experience in a care setting
Strong communication skills and a caring approach
Motivation to empower young people and promote independence
Flexibility, resilience and a strong work ethic
Aged 22 or over
Full UK manual driving licence (essential)

Job Responsibility

Build strong relationships with colleagues, external agencies and the local community
Support staff development and assist with resource management
Ensure compliance with legislation, policies and financial procedures
Communicate effectively and securely across the team
Contribute to project planning and quality assurance improvements
Maintain positive relationships with young people and their families

What we offer

sleep-in and overtime

Fulltime

Senior Residential Support Worker

SENIOR RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT WORKERS - SOUTH WALES. Lead with compassion and help ...

Location

United Kingdom , Bridgend

Salary:

26778.00 - 33000.00 GBP / Year

Brook-St Hiredonline

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

QCF/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (Children and Young People)
Minimum of 1 year's experience in a care setting
Strong communication skills and a caring approach
Motivation to empower young people and promote independence
Flexibility, resilience and a strong work ethic
Aged 22 or over
Full UK manual driving licence (essential)

Job Responsibility

Build strong relationships with colleagues, external agencies and the local community
Support staff development and assist with resource management
Ensure compliance with legislation, policies and financial procedures
Communicate effectively and securely across the team
Contribute to project planning and quality assurance improvements
Maintain positive relationships with young people and their families

Fulltime

Deputy Manager - Residential Childcare

We have an exciting position available as a Deputy Manager to deliver high quali...

Location

United Kingdom , Liverpool

Salary:

27592.25 GBP / Year

360 Resourcing Solutions

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A minimum of 3 years’ experience working in residential childcare
A minimum of 2 years’ experience working in a senior position within residential childcare
Experience of Ofsted and knowledge of the Social Care Common Inspection Framework
Relevant experience / good understanding of the National Minimum Standards for Children’s Homes
NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People’s Workforce/Residential Childcare
Full Drivers licence and business class insurance
IT skills to include Word processing, Outlook and Excel

Job Responsibility

Demonstrate practical leadership in childcare and assist in the organising and supporting of staff to provide the best possible care for each child and young person
Ensure the effective implementation of the Children Act 1989 and the accompanying guidance and regulations (Vol. 4 Residential Care), the Care Standards Act 2000 and the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015
Co-ordinate and access the appropriate services (health, education, therapy) to ensure the needs of each child and young person is met
Assist in the leadership and coaching in childcare practice within the home to ensure the best outcomes for children and young people
Assist the Registered Manager in mentoring and supporting the Residential Childcare Workers in provision of best possible childcare practices
Work with the Registered Manager to ensure that all policies and procedures are relevant and suitable for the home
Assist the Registered Manager in ensuring full regulatory compliance. This includes the annual inspection process
Assist the Registered Manager to sustain and develop the administration systems, recording systems and repair work, so that a warm and caring home environment is maintained
Provide an out of hours on-call service to staff on a rota basis with other managers
Assist the Registered Manager to supervise and support the staff group ensuring that the team are developed appropriately to meet the specific needs of children and young people in the home

What we offer

Sleep in allowance of £45 totalling £5400 per annum

Fulltime

Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home

Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home (2 Bed). A Leadership Role Where Yo...

Location

United Kingdom , Northampton

Salary:

30000.00 - 35000.00 GBP / Year

Brook-St Hiredonline

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum 1 year's experience in a leadership role within a children's residential setting (Senior, Team Leader, or Deputy)
Strong understanding of safeguarding and children's residential legislation
Level 3 Diploma for Children & Young People's Workforce (or equivalent) - essential
Working knowledge of OFSTED Quality Standards
Confidence leading shifts and supervising staff
Flexible approach, including participation in rota and on-call duties
Full UK driving licence

Job Responsibility

Support the Registered Manager with the overall management and leadership of the home
Deputise in the absence of the Registered Manager, ensuring continuity of care and leadership
Lead by example to create a warm, safe, and child-centred environment
Ensure compliance with safeguarding legislation, Children's Homes Regulations, and Quality Standards
Support OFSTED inspection readiness, audits, and regulatory requirements
Lead shifts, manage rotas, and ensure safe staffing levels at all times
Supervise, mentor, and support Residential Childcare Workers
Assist with recruitment, inductions, training, and ongoing staff development
Ensure care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support plans are implemented and regularly reviewed
Work collaboratively with social workers, families, schools, and external professionals

What we offer

Competitive salary of £30,000 - £35,000, depending on experience
Opportunity to work in a small, supportive, well-run 2-bed home
Clear progression pathway toward Registered Manager
Ongoing training, supervision, and leadership development
A genuinely rewarding role where your leadership makes a real difference

Fulltime

Senior Social Worker Assistant - Children in Care

Birmingham Children's Trust

Location:
United Kingdom , Birmingham

Category:
Public Sector

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 15, 2026

Expiration:
February 13, 2026

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