Birmingham - Senior Practitioner -Child In Need Team

Reference: 658279

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Practitioner to join our Child In Need Team in Birmingham. This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified social worker looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families. In this role, you will lead and support a team of social workers, ensuring the delivery of high-quality services to children in need.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Managing a caseload of complex cases and providing expert guidance to social workers.
  • Conducting assessments and developing intervention plans in collaboration with families and other professionals.
  • Providing supervision, mentorship, and support to team members, fostering their professional development.
  • Ensuring compliance with local authority policies, procedures, and statutory requirements.
  • Engaging with external agencies and stakeholders to promote effective partnership working.

To be considered for this position, you must possess the following essential qualifications and skills:

  • A recognized social work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, CQSW, DipSW).
  • Current registration with Social Work England.
  • Significant experience working in child protection or child in need settings.
  • Strong assessment and analytical skills, with the ability to make informed decisions.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to working collaboratively with families and multi-agency partners.

In addition to a rewarding career, we offer a supportive work environment with competitive salary packages and benefits, including flexible working arrangements, access to professional development opportunities, and generous annual leave. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families, we encourage you to apply for this vital role in our community.

COMPETITIVE SALARY

Birmingham

Temporary

Added 04/08/2026
Reference: 658279

Birmingham - Senior Practitioner -Child In Need Team

Birmingham
Temporary

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