At a Glance
- Tasks: Assess and manage safeguarding concerns for vulnerable adults in a fast-paced environment.
- Company: Join Birmingham City Council's newly restructured Adult Safeguarding Team.
- Benefits: Supportive culture, professional development, hybrid working, and regular supervision.
- Other info: Collaborative team with opportunities for continuous learning and wellbeing support.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable adults while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Minimum 2 years' post-qualified experience in Adult Social Work and knowledge of relevant legislation.
The predicted salary is between 29700 - 36300 £ per year.
Birmingham City Council is recruiting experienced Social Workers to join its newly restructured Adult Safeguarding Team. With 5 vacancies available, this is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced service that plays a crucial role in protecting vulnerable adults and promoting their safety and wellbeing. The team will manage both Safeguarding Triage and Section 42 Enquiries under one service, led by an experienced Team Manager and supported by permanent Senior Practitioners.
You will be responsible for assessing and managing safeguarding concerns, undertaking timely visits, making evidence-based decisions, and coordinating safeguarding enquiries in line with statutory responsibilities. This is a high-volume, fast-moving environment where prompt decision-making is essential. Triage work requires assessment within tight timescales, with visits often required within 24 hours and cases progressing through a rapid turnaround process.
You will:
- Manage safeguarding concerns from initial triage through to Section 42 enquiries
- Undertake timely visits and risk assessments
- Make defensible decisions under Section 42(1) of the Care Act 2014
- Coordinate safeguarding enquiries and alternative support pathways
- Develop robust safeguarding plans in partnership with citizens and multi-agency partners
- Produce clear, evidence-based assessments and case recordings
- Support citizens with a range of complex care and support needs
What you'll need to succeed:
- Minimum 2 years' post-qualified permanent Adult Social Work experience
- Strong knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005
- Experience of coordinating Section 42 Safeguarding Enquiries
- Experience in Adult Safeguarding, including triage work
- Confidence in risk assessment, decision-making and care management
- Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities
- Social Work England registration
Desirable Experience:
- Knowledge or experience of Mental Health pathways
- Domestic Abuse pathways
- Modern Slavery
- Care and Support Assessments
- Support Planning
- Multi-agency safeguarding practice
You’ll be joining a supportive and well-established service where professional development and staff wellbeing are a priority. Benefits include:
- Experienced and approachable Senior Practitioner support
- Regular supervision and case direction
- Monthly team meetings
- Additional CPD and learning opportunities
- Wellbeing drop-in sessions
- Collaborative and supportive team culture
- Hybrid working arrangements
If you’re interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn’t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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