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Social Work Assistant (SWA)

Spencer Clarke Group
Posted 4 hours ago, valid for 24 days
Location

Birmingham, West Midlands B4 6FQ

Salary

£14 - £17 per hour

Contract type

Part Time

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  • We are assisting a Local Authority in Birmingham to find an experienced Social Work Assistant for their Children's Social Work Team.
  • The role requires a minimum of two years of experience working directly with children and offers a hybrid working model.
  • Key responsibilities include assisting social workers, conducting joint visits, supervising family time sessions, and engaging with children to understand their needs.
  • Candidates must possess a full UK driver's license and have experience in direct work with children.
  • This position offers a competitive salary, which will be disclosed upon application.

We are assisting a Local Authority in the appointment of an experienced Social Work Assistant to join their Children's Social Work Team in Birmingham!

Hybrid Working - Minimum two days in the office, with the remainder home-based.

As a Social Work Assistant, you will work closely with social workers and families to provide vital support for children in care.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Assisting social workers in their day-to-day duties to support children and families.
  • Carrying out joint visits with social workers to meet the needs of children in care.
  • Supervising family time sessions between children and their parents/carers.
  • Engaging in direct work with children to understand their experiences, wishes, and feelings.
  • Supporting parents and foster carers to ensure children's needs are met.

To be a successful candidate for this role you must have the following:

  • Experience of direct work with Children.
  • Full UK Drivers License.

If you think you've got what it takes to succeed, or would love to find out more information, either

  • Hit the apply button now and follow the steps
  • Contact Sophie on (phone number removed)

Here at Spencer Clarke Group, we pride ourselves on connecting you with the best career opportunities; our experienced Consultants have extensive market knowledge in Children's Services and will also provide expert career advice along the way.

We also have a market leading referral scheme of up to 250* so if you know of someone who may also be looking for an exciting career opportunity, ask them to contact Sophie at Spencer Clarke Group.

*T's & C's apply.

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