Senior Social Worker

Senior Social Worker - Mainstream Fostering

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and famili...

Location

United Kingdom , Birmingham

Salary:

45091.00 - 51356.00 GBP / Year

Birmingham Children's Trust

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A degree in Social Work and you must have completed your ASYE
Registration with Social Work England (SWE)
Experience working with children and families in a social work setting
Strong assessment and analytical skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
The ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently
Must reside within a suitable commutable distance around Birmingham
Have the correct right-to-work documents to work in the UK

Job Responsibility

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
Work closely with families, carers, and other professionals to assess needs, develop care plans, and provide ongoing support
Develop robust partnerships with other teams and outside agencies
to include the police, health, schools and voluntary organisations

What we offer

We pay your Social Work England registration fee
We pay your DBS application fee and reimburse your update service fee
A generous annual leave package of 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 5 years of service and 35 days after 10 years of service
Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme
Free on-site parking at our offices on One Avenue Road (Aston) and Lifford House (Stirchley)
We also provide onsite electric car charging ports which are free to use
Full access to our amazing internal employee benefits scheme including, Occupational Health services, Rewards Schemes, Benefits discounts (including the Blue Light Card), Health & Fitness and Personal Wellbeing support and much more
Flexible and hybrid working policy
You will receive a generous local government career average pension scheme in line with the Local Government Pension Scheme
Discounted gym memberships with Pure Gym and Nuffield Health

Fulltime

Lead Social Worker and Safeguarding Lead

Join the team at Farmfield in Charlwood, Surrey, a medium and low secure service...

Location

United Kingdom , Charlwood

Salary:

50000.00 - 55000.00 GBP / Year

Elysium Healthcare

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Social Work qualification
Registration with Social Work England
Good working knowledge of the relevant legislation
At least 4 years’ experience of working in a similar environment

Job Responsibility

Manage and support a caseload support women with mental illness
Responsible for assessments, CPA reports, Mental Health Tribunals, Managers Hearings
Supervise junior staff members
Lead and promote adult safeguarding
Empower recovery to encourage service users to engage in their care plans and achieve their goals
Supporting the social work team to take the lead on child and adult safeguarding
Lead social worker in quality assurance meetings
Supporting the social work team to deliver Safeguarding induction and update training across the Hospital
Leading the multidisciplinary teams on non-medical mental capacity issues and best interest decisions
Delivering quality supervision and appraisal to junior and senior social workers in the Team

What we offer

The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave
Career development and training
Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate
Wellbeing support and activities
Access to Blue Light Card
Life Assurance
Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support
24/7 GP service and second medical opinion
Enhanced Maternity Package
Pension contribution

Fulltime

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Senior Social Worker - Children's Specialist Support Team

Senior Social Worker role in the Children's Specialist Support Team (CSST), a hi...

Location

United Kingdom , Bracknell

Salary:

49918.00 - 53048.00 GBP / Year

Bracknell Forest Council

Expiration Date

March 01, 2026

Requirements

Registered with Social Work England
At least three years’ post‑qualifying experience in Children’s Social Care
Experience in child protection, public law outline and care proceedings
In‑depth understanding of relevant legislation, guidance, policies and thresholds that underpin safeguarding
Strong experience of effective multi‑agency working, building partnerships and co‑producing needs‑led safety plans
Excellent recording skills
Ability to produce high‑quality assessments, reports and court statements
Commitment to own continued professional development
Experience of working with children with disabilities and complex needs is desirable

Job Responsibility

Manage a caseload and deliver assessment, care planning, interventions, and family support
Promote listening to children at every opportunity, ensuring their views are heard, recorded and acted upon
Ensure life journey work is completed with children and young people
Assess and identify the needs of children and families referred and negotiate delivery of services
Work in partnership with voluntary and statutory agencies
Develop and maintain accurate case records and comply with the department's policies, procedures and guidelines
Participate in regular reflective supervision and be able to set clear goals and intervention strategies
Support and mentor less experienced colleagues including newly qualified Social Workers, Family Workers and Social Work Students

What we offer

28 days annual leave increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days
Paid employee volunteering scheme
Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover
Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
Reimbursement of Social Work England registration
Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA
Career development through internal and external training opportunities
Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club

Fulltime

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 Social Worker role in the Kinship Assessment Team at Birmingham Children’...

Location

United Kingdom , Birmingham

Salary:

45091.00 - 51356.00 GBP / Year

Birmingham Children's Trust

Expiration Date

April 17, 2026

Requirements

Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England
Experience in court work or strong safeguarding experience
Can produce detailed, evidence-based assessments and reports
Excellent interpersonal skills and can work effectively with colleagues and external partners
Understands fostering legislation, regulations, and safeguarding procedures

Job Responsibility

Lead on kinship assessments for family members or friends as alternative placements for children who cannot remain with their parents
Complete fostering and special guardianship assessments through both private and public law proceedings
Prepare high-quality, analytical court reports within strict timescales
Work collaboratively with colleagues across Fostering, Safeguarding, Children in Care, and legal teams

What we offer

£1,000 incentive payment and up to £5,000 retention payment (subject to T&Cs)
Generous annual leave: 30 days plus bank holidays, rising to 33 after 5 years and 35 after 10 years
Hybrid working: Flexible and mobile working policy with a mix of office and home-based work
Free on-site parking
Full reimbursement of your Social Work England registration fee
Inclusive, supportive culture—we celebrate diversity and welcome individuality
Part-time working patterns considered
Local Government pension scheme

Fulltime

Senior Social Worker Assistant - Children in Care

We are looking for Social Work Assistants to join the Children in Care Teams - T...

Location

United Kingdom , Birmingham

Salary:

28598.00 - 32597.00 GBP / Year

Birmingham Children's Trust

Expiration Date

February 13, 2026

Requirements

Experience of working with children and/or their families
Working collaboratively with other agencies
Passionate about working with children and young people to achieve positive outcomes.
A driver with knowledge of the Birmingham area.
Ability to work professionally with people experiencing challenging personal circumstances
Ability to communicate effectively to a variety of audiences through written, verbal and other means of communication.

Job Responsibility

Support Social Workers who safeguard and promote the welfare of the most vulnerable children and young people
Support young people to keep in touch with their families
Work closely with children and young people to undertake direct work and build trusting relationships
Work closely with other agencies working with families you are supporting.

What we offer

Social Work England registration fee paid
DBS application fee paid and update service fee reimbursed
Generous annual leave package of 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 5 years of service and 35 days after 10 years of service
Early finish every Friday
Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme
Free on-site parking at offices
Free onsite electric car charging ports
Access to internal employee benefits scheme including Occupational Health services, Rewards Schemes, Benefits discounts, Health & Fitness and Personal Wellbeing support
Flexible and hybrid working policy
Generous local government career average pension scheme

Fulltime

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Senior Residential Support Worker

Senior Residential Support Worker for Children and Young People in a 5 Bed Resid...

Location

United Kingdom , Darlington

Salary:

29392.00 - 32792.00 GBP / Year

Brook-St Hiredonline

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong understanding of young people's developmental needs and safeguarding/child protection procedures
Knowledge of social care services and experience working sensitively within a team
Ability to stay calm under pressure, handle emotional situations and remain flexible
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate yourself and others
You must be at least 23 years of age
Driving Licence- Essential, manual, OR automatic

Job Responsibility

Support the Registered Manager/Deputy with day-to-day operations and staff deployment
Meet the needs of young people in line with individual care plans, ensuring their safety and welfare at all times
Work collaboratively with families, social workers and external agencies
Ensure all practice meets legislative and safeguarding standards
Lead on staff inductions, supervisions and appraisals
Support in implementing, reviewing and updating care plans
Ensure administrative tasks are completed effectively and systems are maintained

What we offer

Competitive pay and excellent training & development
Clear progression opportunities
Salary sacrifice & enhanced maternity package
Enhanced annual leave
Fully funded Level 3/4 Health & Social Care qualification
Funding available toward a therapeutic childcare degree

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 - Family Safeguarding

Bracknell Forest Council

Location:
United Kingdom , Bracknell

Category:
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Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

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Job Posted:
January 31, 2026

Expiration:
March 01, 2026

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