Therapeutic Senior Social Worker Job at Birmingham Children's Trust (Birmingham)

Senior Residential Support Worker

At Prosperity Children’s Service we provide care for vulnerable children and you...

Location

United Kingdom , Accrington

Salary:

35616.00 - 37632.00 GBP / Year

Prosperity Children's Services

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Level 3 Diploma or equivalent in Children and Young People’s Workforce
Full UK Driving Licence
Flexibility to work on a rota basis including sleep ins
At least 2 years’ experience in the Residential Children’s Services sector or have worked in a similar setting working with children with challenging behaviour
At least 1 years’ experience of leading shifts in a children’s residential setting
You must undertake our Crisis prevention institute training
Good understanding of the Children’s Home Regulations and Quality standards
Good understanding of the Ofsted process and good knowledge of all current Children’s Legislation
Some knowledge around the needs of children and young people with EBD/SEMH/CSE and the support services required
Strong communication skills with an ability to lead on shift

Job Responsibility

Mentor, support and coach new team members
Manage any challenges that may arise
Provide emotional support to children
Establish strong relationships, boundaries and routines
Create a warm and nurturing home environment
Promote each child and young person’s needs, champion them, and support them to fulfil their potential
Engage the children, open them up to new experiences and nurture their self-esteem and confidence
Deliver therapeutic model to support and care for children
Commitment to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare of all children and young people in our care

What we offer

33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
Blue Light Card
Free access to face-to-face Staff Counselling service
Company pension scheme
On-site parking
Double time for Bank holidays
Additional payments for on-call duties completed
Great work- life balance with our condensed working rota and sleep-ins
Lots of opportunities to progress as the business has exciting growth plans over the next few years

Fulltime

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

Senior Support Worker / TMVA Tutor

Are you an experienced Senior Support Worker looking to elevate your career, whe...

Location

United Kingdom , Penperlleni, Nr Pontypool, Monmouthshire

Salary:

27076.00 GBP / Year

Elysium Healthcare

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience as Senior Support Worker or extensive care experience in Mental Health
Hold the NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care
Leadership skills and experience
Strong empathy and a caring and compassionate nature
Willingness to support residents with personal hygiene
Excellent people and communication skills, and a good sense of humour
Deal with challenging behaviours
Have a positive and professional approach
Be reliable, flexible, hard-working and honest
Be local or within commutable distance

Job Responsibility

Organising and overseeing the smooth running of a shift
Ensuring the wellbeing of all service users
Responding to any challenges or concerns
Supervising support staff
Organise activities
Administer medication
Communicate with families and professionals
Oversee daily reports, budgets, complete financial audits
Complete H&S checks
Provide high quality classroom based training, on-ward coaching and support in all aspects of the Therapeutic Management of Violence and Aggression (TMVA)

What we offer

Annual base salary of £27,076 plus £1,000 per annum allowance for an existing General Services Association Tutor or upon completion of General Services Association training
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
24/7 GP service and second medical opinion
Enhanced Maternity Package

Fulltime

Senior Support Worker / Team Leader

This is a residential children's care home in Sutton Coldfield providing high-qu...

Location

United Kingdom , Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham

Salary:

32000.00 - 34000.00 GBP / Year

Brook-St Hiredonline

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Level 3 in Children & Young People / Childcare OR Level 4+ in Health & Social Care
Experience supporting children and young people under 18
Clinical or therapeutic experience (e.g. trauma, mental health)
Previous Senior Support Worker or Team Leader experience
Strong safeguarding knowledge
Confidence leading shifts and supporting staff

Job Responsibility

Deliver high-quality, child-centred, trauma-informed care
Maintain a clinical and therapeutic approach, including supporting young people who self-harm
Support emotional regulation, routines, education, and daily living
Promote self-esteem, resilience, and wellbeing
Encourage educational, social, and developmental opportunities
Promote health, wellbeing, and social inclusion
Lead shifts safely and effectively
Act as a role model and mentor to Support Workers
Provide guidance, handovers, and reflective support
Support staff induction and development

What we offer

Paid sleep-ins (£55 per sleep)
Structured rota and work-life balance
Ongoing training and development
Supportive leadership and progression

Fulltime

Senior Residential Support Worker

As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will play a key leadership role with...

Location

United Kingdom , Wolverhampton

Salary:

13.25 - 14.50 GBP / Hour

Brook-St Hiredonline

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A minimum of 1 year's experience working as a Senior Residential Support Worker (or in a senior/shift-leading role) within a children's residential care setting
Level 3 Diploma in Children & Young People or Level 4 Children, Young People and Families Practitioner qualification
Experience supporting children and young people with SEBD
Full UK driving licence
Strong knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and behaviour management
Ability to work a rota including long days, weekends, and sleep-ins
Confident in leading shifts and supporting staff practice

Job Responsibility

Provide high-quality, child-centred care in line with individual care plans and therapeutic approaches
Support children and young people with daily routines, emotional regulation, education, and social development
Build positive, trusting, and professional relationships with children and young people
Lead shifts effectively, ensuring safe staffing levels and the smooth running of the home
Act as a positive role model and mentor to Residential Support Workers
Support the induction, supervision, and ongoing development of junior staff
Always safeguard children and young people in line with legislation, policies, and procedures
Maintain accurate, timely, and professional records, logs, and reports
Work in line with Children's Homes Regulations, Quality Standards, and OFSTED expectations
Apply the PACE therapeutic model consistently in daily practice

What we offer

Competitive hourly rate with sleep-in allowance
Structured shift pattern promoting work-life balance
Supportive, therapeutic-focused working environment
Opportunities for professional development and progression

Fulltime

Social Worker

We are looking for a compassionate, knowledgeable and committed Social Worker to...

Location

United Kingdom , Middlesbrough

Salary:

38682.00 - 46580.00 GBP / Year

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Expiration Date

February 22, 2026

Requirements

Appropriate professional qualification in social work role
Current relevant registration with specific regulatory body
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) level 7 (SLT =8) for International recruits
Minimum 12 months post qualifying experience of social work delivery/completion of AYSE for social work (post 2012), pre 2012 evidence of experience in accordance with professional capabilities framework for an experienced social worker
Understanding of the needs of service users with mental health conditions or learning disabilities
Legal literacy
Good observational skills and ability to describe such observations verbally and in writing
Record keeping and report writing
Collaborating with service users and carers and their families in accordance with the principles of coproduction
Manage own complex caseload and prioritise effectively

Job Responsibility

To keep family and carers regularly informed about the patients assessment, progress and care plan as is appropriate and consistent with the patient's wishes
To support access to advocacy services for patients, family and carers
To work within the requirements of the relevant legislation, policies and procedures
To safeguard and promote the welfare of children and work closely with local authority's and children and families services regarding leave arrangements or a child visiting a patient
To work with other members of the MDT to collaboratively engage the patient in the Care Programme Approach, including the provision of reports for relevant meetings
To be responsible and accountable for their own and delegated patient records in line with SWE and Trust Guidelines
To communicate effectively with all members of the multi-disciplinary team whilst liaising with external agencies and organisations as appropriate from the Trust area, demonstrating a commitment to collaborative working, including attendance at relevant MDT meetings (e.g. MAPPA.)
To be committed to the delivery of a service based on an agreed framework for good practice within local and national initiatives to meet the needs of patients and provide safe practice, using both individual and group therapeutic interventions as appropriate
To prepare and present reports in relation to individual patients as and when necessary, in line with professional competence, patient need and service requirements
Delivering high quality patient care

Fulltime

New

Therapeutic Senior Practitioner

TESS is an emotional wellbeing service that offers assessment and a wide range o...

Location

United Kingdom , Birmingham

Salary:

45091.00 - 51356.00 GBP / Year

Birmingham Children's Trust

Expiration Date

March 10, 2026

Requirements

Experienced therapeutic practitioner with a strong grounding in trauma, attachment and relational practice
Experience working with children and young people in care and their carers
Confident managing complexity and risk within a social care context
Emerging leadership skills and a desire to support and develop others
Ability to balance direct therapeutic work with wider service responsibilities
Values collaboration, creativity, and reflective practice
Must reside within a suitable commutable distance around Birmingham
Must have the correct right-to-work documents to work in the UK (sponsorship not supported)
Must include a supporting statement demonstrating how you meet the competencies required as outlined in the attached person specification

Job Responsibility

Deliver high-quality, trauma-informed and attachment-focused therapeutic interventions with children and young people in care
Use creative and flexible approaches to engagement, including relational, play-based and non-traditional methods
Contribute to therapeutic assessments, formulations, and care planning
Work directly with carers and professionals to strengthen the care network around children and young people
Hold a complex therapeutic caseload
Provide practice leadership
Support team development
Contribute to service improvement projects
Offer supervision to support outreach workers
Help shape emerging areas of TESS, including supporting children and young people to move from residential care into foster care, delivering short term and early response interventions to stabilise placements, and offering focused consultation to care networks

What we offer

Access to training
Regular professional supervision
On-going support
Generous leave allowance
Local Government pension scheme
Additional benefits
Supportive and collaborative work culture
Tailored development programs
Range of learning opportunities

Fulltime

Senior Project Worker - Pause

Join The Nelson Trust as a Senior Project Worker for Pause and become a driving ...

Location

United Kingdom , Gloucester

Salary:

27000.00 - 29000.00 GBP / Year

360 Resourcing Solutions

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Relevant professional qualification or equivalent experience (e.g., social work, mental health, education, youth work, therapeutic practice, or similar)
Experience leading and supervising teams, ideally in services supporting women or families with complex needs
Strong understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and adult protection legislation
Excellent communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills
Ability to analyse information, write clear reports, and use data to drive improvements
Commitment to equality, diversity, and continuous professional development

Job Responsibility

Lead and coach a team of keyworkers to achieve positive outcomes for women
Supervise staff and ensure high-quality, data-driven service delivery
Oversee contract requirements, reporting, and budgets
Communicate effectively within the team and with external partners
Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders and funders
Champion safeguarding, compliance, and continuous improvement
Represent The Nelson Trust and the Women’s Centre at meetings and events
Foster a culture of learning and development within the team

What we offer

Opportunities for professional development and training
Comprehensive training and development programme
Generous pension scheme
Positive working environment

Parttime

Therapeutic Senior Social Worker

Birmingham Children's Trust

Location:
United Kingdom , Birmingham

Category:
Human Resources

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 19, 2026

Expiration:
March 10, 2026

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