Social Worker

My Social Work News; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A social work agency in Birmingham is seeking a qualified Supervising Social Worker for a locum position. You will manage a caseload of foster carers and collaborate with various teams to ensure high-quality support for vulnerable children. The role requires flexibility, excellent communication skills, and a profound understanding of relevant legislation. Competitive hourly pay and opportunities for career development are provided.

Benefits

Flexibility with locum work

Supportive team environment

Career development opportunities

Access to resources and tools

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience as a Supervising Social Worker.
• Deep understanding of relevant legislation.
• Ability to communicate clearly with various audiences.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of approved foster carers.
• Collaborate with statutory and voluntary teams.
• Deliver child-focused services to foster carers.
• Analyse key legislation for compliance.
• Communicate information accurately.

Skills

Qualified and SWE registered social worker

Experience with vulnerable children and families

Flexible and collaborative teamwork

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Supervising Social Worker to join the Fostering Team in Birmingham, UK. This ongoing locum position offers a full-time role at £30.57 per hour and may extend as a secondment in our Fostering Support Team, potentially until June 2026. The team provides essential support to placements for children and young people under the care of foster carers.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of approved foster carers, providing support, advice and supervision to ensure the best outcomes for children and young people.
• Collaborate with other teams and agencies, both statutory and voluntary, to promote a holistic approach to fostering support.
• Deliver high-quality, child-focused services to foster carers and the children in their care, ensuring needs are met and welfare is prioritised.
• Analyse and interpret key legislation to guide interventions and maintain compliance with statutory requirements.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with a variety of audiences, ensuring information is conveyed accurately and comprehensively.

About you

Are you a qualified and SWE registered social worker with a proven track record in working with vulnerable children and their families? Do you bring prior experience as a Supervising Social Worker and have a knack for flexible, collaborative teamwork? If you have a deep understanding of relevant legislation and can demonstrate excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing, this role may be right for you.

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