Birmingham - Senior Practitioner - (Edgbaston) Family Help

Birmingham Children's Trust is looking for an experienced and dedicated Agency Senior Practitioner to join their Family Help Team.

Location: 45 Fordhouse Lane, Stirchley, Birmingham

Pay Rate: £33.30 per hour (Umbrella)

Note: 1 day office-based

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake statutory Child and Family Assessments and Child in Need work in line with legislative requirements and Birmingham Children's Trust procedures.
• Build effective, trusting relationships with children, young people and families to understand their experiences, strengths and needs.
• Complete high-quality assessments, plans and reviews that are child-focused, analytical and evidence-based.
• Develop and implement outcome-focused plans that promote safety, wellbeing and positive change.
• Work collaboratively with schools, health professionals, police, voluntary organisations and other partner agencies to coordinate support.
• Attend and contribute to Family Network Meetings, Team Around the Family meetings and other multi-agency forums.
• Identify and manage risk, escalating safeguarding concerns appropriately and in line with safeguarding procedures.
• Maintain accurate and timely case recordings, assessments and plans on the Trust's recording system.
• Participate in regular reflective supervision and continuous professional development.
• Champion the Trust's Connections Count practice approach and strengths-based interventions.

Essential Requirements:

• Social Work Qualification - Degree or equivalent
• At least 3 years' experience as a social worker within children's services
• Social Work England Registration
• Driving license and access to own vehicle

Benefits of working with Eden Brown Synergy include:

• DBS check processed and paid for by Eden Brown Synergy
• Referral bonus if you refer a colleague or friend to us
• Bonus for finding your own job
• Twice weekly payroll

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.