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Our client Birmingham Children's Trust is looking for a Family Finding and Permanence Social Worker to join their team. Job Purpose To secure timely, stable and nurturing family-based fostering placements for children and young people by undertaking creative and proactive family-finding activity. The Family Finder will work collaboratively with social workers, placement services and external providers to identify and promote suitable care arrangements that meet children's individual needs and support permanence planning. We are keen to hear from applicants with placements and/or family finding experience. Key Responsibilities Family Finding and Permanence Planning Undertake comprehensive family-finding/placement finding activity for children requiring foster care, long-term fostering or other family-based permanence arrangements. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with children's social workers and placement services. Contribute to permanence planning by providing specialist advice regarding family-finding opportunities and barriers. Child Profiling and Marketing Develop high-quality, strengths-based child profiles, pen pictures and promotional materials that accurately reflect the child's identity, needs, wishes and aspirations. Produce engaging family-finding resources including videos, digital profiles and other media to promote children requiring placements. Ensure all family-finding documentation is child-focused, trauma-informed and professionally presented. Support social workers to complete high-quality referrals and matching information. Partnership Working and Recruitment Build and maintain effective relationships with fostering services, independent fostering agencies and other placement providers. Promote children requiring placements through appropriate networks and marketing opportunities. Coordinate and facilitate family-finding events, matching events and community engagement activities. Develop innovative approaches to attract potential carers for children who may traditionally be more difficult to place, including older children, sibling groups and children with complex needs. Matching and Placement Support Work closely with fostering teams to identify and assess potential matches. Assist with matching discussions and provide information to support decision-making. Support transition planning where a match has been identified. Monitor and track family-finding activity to ensure children experience minimal delay in achieving permanence. Performance and Quality Assurance Maintain accurate, comprehensive and up-to-date records of all family-finding activity. Provide management information regarding progress, outcomes and barriers. Contribute to service audits, quality assurance processes and performance monitoring. Ensure practice complies with statutory guidance, local policies and safeguarding procedures.Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs Referral bonus - up to £250 per person placed. Double payrolls each week. Terms & Conditions apply You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit

Sports Coaches, Youth Workers & Behaviour Mentors – SEN Education Opportunities Smile Education are looking to hear from sports coaches, youth workers, behaviour mentors, support workers and other professionals who are interested in moving into education and working with children and young people with SEN.You don't necessarily need previous experience as a Teaching Assistant. If you have experience working with young people, managing behaviour, building relationships and motivating individuals, your skills could transfer extremely well into a school environment. We work with mainstream schools, specialist SEN settings and alternative provision across Birmingham, Worcester, Bromsgrove and surrounding areas, with a variety of opportunities available. The opportunities We provide training for the following roles: SEN Teaching Assistants 1:1 Teaching Assistants Behaviour Mentors Learning Support Assistants Pastoral Support Workers Sports and Activity-Based Teaching Assistants Youth Support Workers Classroom Support AssistantsDepending on the setting and individual needs of the pupils, you could be supporting children and young people who experience: Autism / ASC ADHD SEMH Challenging behaviour Emotional regulation difficulties Communication and interaction needs Additional learning needsYour day could involve supporting pupils in lessons, providing 1:1 mentoring, helping with behaviour and emotional regulation, delivering sports or activity-based sessions, encouraging engagement and helping young people develop confidence and independence. We are particularly interested in hearing from people with backgrounds in: Sports coaching Football coaching Personal training Youth work Mentoring Care and support work Community work Armed Forces Martial arts Outdoor education Residential support Behaviour support Children's services The most important thing is your ability to build positive relationships with young people. We are looking for people who are: Confident and approachable Patient and resilient Positive and enthusiastic Comfortable managing challenging behaviour Able to build trust with young people Proactive and willing to use their initiative Reliable and professional Passionate about helping children and young people succeedWhy move into education? Working in a school can be a fantastic next step if you enjoy working with young people and want a career where you can make a genuine difference.Your existing experience in coaching, mentoring, behaviour support or youth work can provide valuable skills that transfer directly into the classroom. We offer: Day-to-day, short-term and long-term opportunities Full-time and part-time positions 1:1 and small-group roles Mainstream and specialist SEN settings Alternative provision opportunities Competitive rates of pay based on experience Dedicated consultant support Opportunities to develop a career within educationIf you are a sports coach, youth worker, behaviour mentor, support worker or someone with strong experience working with young people and you're considering a move into education, we'd love to hear from you. You don't need to have all the answers. You need the right attitude, the right personality and a genuine passion for supporting young people. Apply now We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications

Our client Birmingham Children's Trust is looking for a Senior Practitioner to join their Family Help team. Family Help is Birmingham Children's Trust's integrated approach to supporting children and families earlier, reducing unnecessary handovers between services and promoting collaborative, trauma-informed and strengths-based practice. The service works within local communities to ensure children receive the right help at the right time. The Family Help Team is seeking an experienced and motivated Social Worker to join our Edgbaston District Team. You will work directly with children, young people and families who require support through Child in Need planning, statutory assessments and targeted interventions. Working within Birmingham Children's Trust's Connections Count practice framework, you will undertake relationship-based social work, ensuring the child's voice remains central to assessment, planning and intervention 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. What We Are Looking For Qualified Social Worker (Degree, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent). Social Work England registration. Experience of undertaking Child and Family Assessments and Child in Need work. Strong assessment, analysis and report-writing skills. Ability to manage a varied caseload whilst maintaining quality and timeliness. Experience of effective multi-agency working and partnership engagement. Understanding of relevant legislation, including the Children Act 1989 and Working Together guidance. Commitment to relationship-based, strengths-focused social work practice. Excellent communication and organisational skills.Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs Referral bonus - up to £250 per person placed. Double payrolls each week. Terms & Conditions apply You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit

Our client is seeking an experienced Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day leadership of a Children's Residential Home. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about delivering outstanding care and making a positive difference to the lives of children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs. The successful candidate will help ensure the home provides a safe, nurturing and supportive environment, maintaining high standards of care and compliance with Children's Homes Regulations and Ofsted requirements. Deputy Manager Children's Residential Care Location: Greenwich Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 Hours: 40 hours per week Key Responsibilities • Support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the home., • Deputise in the Registered Manager's absence., • Lead, motivate and supervise the staff team, promoting a positive and supportive culture., • Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people at all times., • Ensure high-quality, person-centred care and positive outcomes for young people., • Lead shifts, oversee staff rotas and support the development of the team through supervision and mentoring., • Maintain accurate records and ensure policies, procedures and safeguarding practices are followed., • Build positive relationships with families, social workers and external professionals., • Participate in the management on-call rota and work flexibly to meet the needs of the service. What We're Looking For • Experience in a Senior Residential Support Worker or management role within a children's residential setting., • Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)., • A passion for improving outcomes for children and young people., • Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills., • Experience managing safeguarding, risk and challenging situations., • Ability to inspire and support a high-performing team., • Good IT, administration and record-keeping skills., • Full UK Driving Licence. Desirable • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards)., • Previous experience supporting children with emotional and behavioural difficulties. What's on Offer • Career progression opportunities., • Ongoing training and professional development., • Supportive management team., • The opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people. NS18827 *Interested? Please send your CV in as a Word format only **Please only apply if you are already eligible to work in the UK (indefinitely & without sponsorship) *Not for you but you know someone suitable? Take advantage of the YourRecruit paid referral fee. Due to the large numbers of responses we receive, despite our best efforts it is not possible to respond to every application. Therefore, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for this particular role and if you haven't heard from us within 7 days please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please feel free however to apply for further roles and we will certainly keep your details on file and contact you with suitable vacancies. YourRecruit Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender or disability and complies with all relevant UK legislation. To stay safe in your job search we recommend that you visit JobsAware, a non-profit, joint industry and law enforcement organisation working to combat job scams. Visit the JobsAware website for information on common scams and to get free, expert advice for a safer job search. JBRP1_UKTJ

About The Role We need you! Birmingham Children's Trust are expanding the internal Children's Homes portfolio. We recognise the importance of providing good quality placements to our children and young people and want to provide homes that keep children and young people close to family, peers and education. We are excited to be recruiting for a new Registered Manager with strong leadership and childcare experience to lead our team in our residential home. This role is to manage a long term home for children with disabilities. The home is currently rated as GOOD and we are looking for an aspirational manager to lead the home to achieving outstanding. As our new Registered Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day running of the residential home. You will champion the best interests of young people, lead child-centred practice, and ensure all safeguarding procedures are followed. The role requires strong resource management and effective leadership, as well as active contribution to the wider Children's Residential Services management team. You will be supported by two Deputy Managers and three Assistant Managers. You will have experience of working in a children's residential setting at a senior level, with the ability to manage staff capability successfully. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a supportive and collaborative service. The Residential provision is a 24 hour service, applicants for these roles will be expected to be part of an on-call rota. This is shared with an established and experienced group of Registered Managers and you will be paid for the on-call shifts that you undertake. We have been rated as 'Good' by Ofsted, following a 2023 inspection. This is a fantastic achievement for Birmingham Children's Trust, with many positive highlights focusing on areas including the quality of staff leadership, partnership working, safeguarding and corporate parenting. This is role based in Aston, Birmingham so you must have the correct right-to-work documents to work in the UK. Sadly, we do not support those who require sponsorship. Please do not apply if you do not have the right to work. Did you know: Birmingham Children's Trust won the Supportive Social Work Employer of the Year award at the Social Worker of the Year Awards in October 2025. James Thomas, our (BCT) Chief Executive, said: "Winning two Social Worker of the Year Awards is testament to the devotion and dedication of all our staff, from those working with and directly supporting children, young people and families to those who are providing extremely valuable support services to enable practitioners to thrive." About you: • You have worked within the last 5 years, worked for at least 2 years in a position relevant to the residential care of children, • You have worked for at least one year in a role requiring the supervision and management of staff working in a care role, • Be knowledgeable and prepared to adopt best practice to ensure our young people experience the very best opportunities., • Ability to reflect on experiences, both good and bad, and be able to communicate how this has shaped your practice and ensured effective safeguarding., • Ability to demonstrate and convince us why you are the right leader for our new home., • Proven experience managing a children's home., • Strong leadership skills as you will be managing a team of dedicated and hardworking Residential staff., • Excellent communication skills as you will be engaging with a wide range of diverse stakeholders., • Be passionate about good quality care and enjoy being part of a team where everyone contributes and celebrates success., • Ability to manage budgets, resources, and performance data, • Commitment to continuous professional development and reflective practice., • Ability to work flexibly, including participation in an "on-call" rota. Our Benefits • Supportive peer group, • Substantial training package, • A generous annual leave package of 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 5 years of service and 35 days after 10 years of service., • Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme which gives you the chance to drive a brand-new car for an affordable fixed monthly amount as part of a salary sacrifice initiative. With no deposits or credit checks required a range of all-inclusive driving packages, • Free on-site parking at our offices on One Avenue Road (Aston) and Lifford House (Stirchley). We also provide onsite electric car charging ports which are free to use!, • Full access to our amazing internal employee benefits scheme including, Occupational Health services, Rewards Schemes, Benefits discounts (including the Blue Light Card), Health & Fitness and Personal Wellbeing support and much more!, • You will receive a generous local government career average pension scheme in line with the Local Government Pension Scheme. If you're a passionate, experienced childcare professional ready to help shape young lives while driving high standards of care, we'd love to hear from you! Additional Information Interview date: To be confirmed. As part of the application process, please submit your CV and a supporting statement clearly demonstrating your skills and experience. For further information please contact Justine Bishop (Head of Service) via [email protected] Onboarding Process: Please note as part of our onboarding process, the successful candidate will be required undergo a series of background checks with Experian Including Experian DBS, Right to Work, and Digital ID verification. These are essential pre-employment requirements. We will require a FULL employment history to ensure we are compliant with Schedule 2 requirements. About You About Us Help us to change children and young people's lives! At Birmingham Children's Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy. Why Join Us? • Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city's most vulnerable children., • Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued., • Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career., • Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits. Please note: We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. We therefore encourage you to submit your application and supporting statement as soon as possible to avoid missing out on this opportunity. Our Values We approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected. We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people. We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development. Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all. Safeguarding At Birmingham Children's Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people. The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence. JBRP1_UKTJ

Registered Manager – Children's Residential Care Location: Halesowen Salary: Competitive package up to £70,000 Contract: Full-Time, Permanent RJS Resourcing is currently working with an established provider of children's residential care who are looking for an experienced and passionate Registered Manager to lead one of their established homes in the Birmingham/Dudley area. The home is rated Good by Ofsted and has a supportive and experienced senior leadership team in place. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Registered Manager to build on strong foundations, shape the service and make a lasting difference to the lives of young people. The Role You will take overall responsibility for the day-to-day management of a 3-bed children's residential home supporting young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD). Working alongside an experienced senior leadership team, you will be responsible for maintaining the high standards already established within the home while continuing to develop the service and achieve positive outcomes for the young people. Key responsibilities will include: Providing strong and consistent leadership to the home and wider care team Ensuring the home continues to meet Ofsted expectations and the Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards Maintaining high standards of safeguarding and care Supporting, developing and managing the staff team Ensuring young people receive individualised, child-centred care Working closely with professionals, families and other agencies Maintaining strong operational and regulatory standards Identifying opportunities to further develop the home and improve outcomes About You We are looking for someone with: A Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare, or equivalent A minimum of 3 years' experience managing a children's residential home A proven track record of achieving and maintaining Good or Outstanding Ofsted outcomes Strong knowledge of the Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards Strong safeguarding and staff-management skills A confident, child-centred leadership style Experience supporting young people with EBD would be beneficial What's on Offer Competitive package of up to £70,000 Opportunity to manage an established 3-bed EBD home Good Ofsted-rated service with strong foundations already in place Supportive and experienced senior leadership team Opportunity to shape and further develop the service Ongoing professional development A genuine opportunity to make a lasting difference to young people's lives At RJS Resourcing, we partner with values-driven children's home providers across the UK and work on a continuous stream of exciting opportunities within residential childcare. If this role isn't quite the right fit, we'd still love to hear from you to discuss our wider portfolio of Registered Manager, Deputy Manager, Responsible Individual, Senior and Residential Support Worker vacancies. JBRP1_UKTJ

Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home Birmingham Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum 40 hours per week We are looking for an experienced and committed Deputy Manager to join a 5-bedded children's residential home in Birmingham . This is a hands-on role, ideal for someone who enjoys being actively involved in the day-to-day running of a home while also supporting the Registered Manager with the operational and administrative side of the service. The role will be approximately 50% floor-based and 50% office-based . When working on the floor, you will be responsible for supervising staff, delegating duties, supporting the team and helping to ensure the children receive consistently high standards of care. The office-based element will involve assisting the Registered Manager with the smooth running of the home, including paperwork, care planning, staff support, compliance and other management responsibilities. What we are looking for The successful candidate must: Have previous experience working within a children's residential home Hold a minimum of NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People / Residential Childcare or equivalent Have experience supervising, supporting or leading staff Be confident delegating responsibilities and managing a shift Have excellent communication and organisational skills Demonstrate honesty, integrity and professionalism Be flexible with working hours to meet the needs of the home Be passionate about providing a safe, supportive and positive environment for children and young people This would be an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Residential Support Worker, Team Leader or existing Deputy Manager looking to take the next step in their career. Salary is up to £35,000 per annum depending on experience. If you have the experience, values and leadership skills required and are looking to join a children's home where you can make a genuine difference, we would love to hear from you. Coburg Banks Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. TPBN1_UKTJ

About The Role An exciting permanent opportunity has arisen within the Fostering Service for a Senior Practitioner to join one of our three dedicated Kinship Assessment Teams . We are a passionate and committed social work service, led by experienced leaders who are dedicated to supporting, advising and guiding prospective kinship carers throughout the assessment process. Our work is central to the Trust's commitment to ensuring children can remain within their family networks wherever it is safe and appropriate to do so, helping them achieve the best possible outcomes throughout their childhood. The service delivers a high-quality, robust and fast-paced assessment service, including Regulation 24 viability assessments, Form K Kinship Fostering Assessments and Special Guardianship Order (SGO) Assessments . We pride ourselves on providing thorough, evidence-based assessments that support timely decision-making and positive outcomes for children and families. As a Senior Practitioner, you will bring significant experience of kinship assessment work and court proceedings. You will play a key role in supporting and developing a skilled team of Senior Social Workers, helping to drive service excellence and continuous improvement. You will provide professional guidance, reflective supervision and practice leadership, fostering a culture of learning, development and high-quality social work practice. Working within a supportive and experienced team, you will lead on embedding and enhancing best practice across the service. You will provide expert advice and consultation to colleagues across the Trust on kinship assessments and permanency planning. In addition, you will quality assure kinship assessments and support plans, ensuring they are robust, child-centred, evidence-based and completed within required timescales. Through your leadership and oversight, you will help ensure that assessments and plans are effective in promoting children's welfare, securing permanence and keeping children safe. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practitioner who is passionate about kinship care and making a lasting difference to the lives of children and families. We have been rated as 'Good' by Ofsted, following a 2023 inspection. This is a fantastic achievement for Birmingham Children's Trust, with many positive highlights focusing on areas including the quality of staff leadership, partnership working, safeguarding and corporate parenting. This is a hybrid role based in Birmingham so you must reside within a suitable commutable distance around Birmingham and have the correct right-to-work documents to work in the UK. Sadly, we do not support those who require sponsorship. About you The ideal candidate will: • Be a qualified Social Worker and registered with Social Work England (SWE) • Have a minimum of 3 years' post-qualified experience (PQE) • Demonstrate the ability to supervise, support, and mentor others in developing their practice • Provide guidance and leadership in social work practice • Show flexibility, enthusiasm, and a strong commitment to collaborative working • Have proven experience working effectively with multidisciplinary teams, including statutory and voluntary agencies • Possess a solid understanding of relevant legislation, enabling confident analysis and effective intervention • Exhibit excellent organisational and time management skills • Communicate clearly and effectively, including experience using communication aids • Take a compassionate, patient, and person-centred approach to delivering high-quality care • Work collaboratively with colleagues, professionals, and a wide range of stakeholders Our offer to you • You will receive a retention payment of up to £5,000 (terms and conditions apply). • A generous annual leave package of 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 5 years of service and 35 days after 10 years of service. • Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme which gives you the chance to drive a brand-new car for an affordable fixed monthly amount as part of a salary sacrifice initiative. With no deposits or credit checks required a range of all-inclusive driving packages. • Free on-site parking at our offices on One Avenue Road (Aston) and Lifford House (Stirchley). We also provide onsite electric car charging ports which are free to use! • You will receive a generous local government career average pension scheme in line with the Local Government Pension Scheme. • Full reimbursement of your annual Social Work England registration fee. • Flexible and hybrid working policy - we are well adapted to a hybrid model of working which includes a combination of time spent in the office and at home and we offer a variety of working patterns. • Continuous Service Recognition - Thank You employee badge when first joining the Trust. Plus, Years of Service badge awarded for 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35+ years of service. • Full access to our amazing internal employee benefits scheme including, Occupational Health services, Rewards Schemes, Benefits discounts (including the Blue Light Card), Health & Fitness and Personal Wellbeing support and much more! Additional Information Interview date: Wednesday 7 th October, in person, at Lifford House (Stirchley) If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please email Natasha Al-Mossili: [email protected] Onboarding Process: Please note as part of our onboarding process, the successful candidate will be required undergo a series of background checks with Experian Including DBS, Experian Right to Work, and Digital ID verification. These are essential pre-employment requirements. About You About Us Help us to change children and young people's lives ! At Birmingham Children's Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy. Why Join Us? • Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city's most vulnerable children. • Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued. • Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career. • Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits. Our Values We approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected. We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people. We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development. Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all. Safeguarding At Birmingham Children's Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people. The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence. Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment. TPBN1_UKTJ

About The Role Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families? Do you have the drive to support and empower young people to achieve their full potential? If so, Birmingham Children's Trust wants you! At Birmingham Children's Trust, we are dedicated in providing outstanding care and support to children and families across Birmingham. Our mission is to ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive in a safe, nurturing environment. We are a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation, committed to innovation and excellence in social work practice. As a Children's Social Worker, you will play a crucial role in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. You will work closely with families, carers, and other professionals to assess needs, develop care plans, and provide ongoing support. Our services will always be joined up and you will develop robust partnerships with other teams and outside agencies; to include the police, health, schools and voluntary organisations. We have been rated as 'Good' by Ofsted, following a 2023 inspection. This is a fantastic achievement for Birmingham Children's Trust, with many positive highlights focusing on areas including the quality of staff leadership, partnership working, safeguarding and corporate parenting. This is a hybrid role based in Birmingham so you must reside within a suitable commutable distance around Birmingham and have the correct right-to-work documents to work in the UK. Sadly, we do not support those who require sponsorship. About you We are looking for dedicated and compassionate individuals who are committed to making a difference. The ideal candidate will have: • A degree in Social Work and you must have completed your ASYE. • Registration with Social Work England (SWE). • Experience working with children and families in a social work setting. • Strong assessment and analytical skills. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • The ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently. Our offer to you: • In addition to the salary offered, there is an incentive payment of £1,000 - T&C's will apply. • Retention payment of up to £5,000 per annum, subject to tax and NI deductions - T&C's will apply. • A generous annual leave package of 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 5 years of service and 35 days after 10 years of service. • Free on-site parking. • Full reimbursement of your annual Social Work England registration fee • Flexible and mobile working policy - we are well adapted to a hybrid model of working which includes a combination of time spent in the office and at home. • We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. About You About Us Help us to change children and young people's lives ! At Birmingham Children's Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy. Why Join Us? • Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city's most vulnerable children. • Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued. • Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career. • Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits. Our Values We approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected. We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people. We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development. Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all. Safeguarding At Birmingham Children's Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people. The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence. Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment. TPBN1_UKTJ

About The Role Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families? Do you have the drive to support and empower young people to achieve their full potential? If so, Birmingham Children's Trust wants you! At Birmingham Children's Trust, we are dedicated in providing outstanding care and support to children and families across Birmingham. Our mission is to ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive in a safe, nurturing environment. We are a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation, committed to innovation and excellence in social work practice. As a Children's Social Worker, you will play a crucial role in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. You will work closely with families, carers, and other professionals to assess needs, develop care plans, and provide ongoing support. Our services will always be joined up and you will develop robust partnerships with other teams and outside agencies; to include the police, health, schools and voluntary organisations. We have been rated as 'Good' by Ofsted, following a 2023 inspection. This is a fantastic achievement for Birmingham Children's Trust, with many positive highlights focusing on areas including the quality of staff leadership, partnership working, safeguarding and corporate parenting. This is a hybrid role based in Birmingham so you must reside within a suitable commutable distance around Birmingham and have the correct right-to-work documents to work in the UK. Sadly, we do not support those who require sponsorship. About you We are looking for dedicated and compassionate individuals who are committed to making a difference. The ideal candidate will have: • A degree in Social Work and you must have completed your ASYE. • Registration with Social Work England (SWE). • Experience working with children and families in a social work setting. • Strong assessment and analytical skills. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • The ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently. Our Benefits: • An incentive payment of £1,000 paid in full in your first months' salary (T&C's apply) • Retention bonus of £5,000 per annum paid in monthly instalments (T&C's apply) • Relocation Allowance of up to £8,000 (T&C's apply) • We pay your Social Work England registration fee • We pay your DBS application fee and reimburse your update service fee • A generous annual leave package of 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 5 years of service and 35 days after 10 years of service. • Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme which gives you the chance to drive a brand-new car for an affordable fixed monthly amount as part of a salary sacrifice initiative. With no deposits or credit checks required a range of all-inclusive driving packages • Free on-site parking at our offices on One Avenue Road (Aston) and Lifford House (Stirchley). We also provide onsite electric car charging ports which are free to use! Full access to our amazing internal employee benefits scheme including, Occupational Health services, Rewards Schemes, Benefits discounts (including the Blue Light Card), Health & Fitness and Personal Wellbeing support and much more! • Flexible and hybrid working policy - we are well adapted to a hybrid model of working which includes a combination of time spent in the office and at home and we offer a variety of working patterns, to support the needs of the Trust and to ensure a positive work/life balance for our employees • You will receive a generous local government career average pension scheme in line with the Local Government Pension Scheme • Discounted gym memberships with Pure Gym and Nuffield Health About You About Us Help us to change children and young people's lives ! At Birmingham Children's Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy. Why Join Us? • Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city's most vulnerable children. • Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued. • Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career. • Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits. Our Values We approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected. We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people. We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development. Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all. Safeguarding At Birmingham Children's Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people. The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence. Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment. TPBN1_UKTJ

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Senior Residential Support Worker / Team Leader - Childrens Home Location: Ashford, Surrey (TW15) Salary: £33,000 Shift pattern: Days are 7am 7pm, Waking Nights are 7pm 7am We are recruiting an experienced Childrens Home Team Leader / Senior Residential Support Worker to join a residential childrens home in the Ashford area. This is a hands-on senior position for someone who enjoys working directly... JBRN1_UKTJ

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Every child deserves a loving home help us to make this happen.CCP is seeking to operate Children's Homes to provide safe, stable and high-quality residential care for children and young people, in partnership with Swindon Borough Council.We are looking for Residential Support Workers to work along

Registered Manager Childrens Residential Care Location: Halesowen Salary: Competitive package up to £70,000 Contract: Full-Time, Permanent RJS Resourcing is currently working with an established provider of childrens residential care who are looking for an experienced and passionate Registered Manager to lead one of their established homes in the Birmingham/Dudley area. The home is rated Good by Ofsted and has a supportive and experienced senior leadership team in place. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Registered Manager to build on strong foundations, shape the service and make a lasting difference to the lives of young people. The Role You will take overall responsibility for the day-to-day management of a 3-bed childrens residential home supporting young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD). Working alongside an experienced senior leadership team, you will be responsible for maintaining the high standards already established within the home while continuing to develop the service and achieve positive outcomes for the young people. Key responsibilities will include: Providing strong and consistent leadership to the home and wider care team Ensuring the home continues to meet Ofsted expectations and the Childrens Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards Maintaining high standards of safeguarding and care Supporting, developing and managing the staff team Ensuring young people receive individualised, child-centred care Working closely with professionals, families and other agencies Maintaining strong operational and regulatory standards Identifying opportunities to further develop the home and improve outcomes About You We are looking for someone with: A Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare, or equivalent A minimum of 3 years experience managing a childrens residential home A proven track record of achieving and maintaining Good or Outstanding Ofsted outcomes Strong knowledge of the Childrens Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards Strong safeguarding and staff-management skills A confident, child-centred leadership style Experience supporting young people with EBD would be beneficial Whats on Offer Competitive package of up to £70,000 Opportunity to manage an established 3-bed EBD home Good Ofsted-rated service with strong foundations already in place Supportive and experienced senior leadership team Opportunity to shape and further develop the service Ongoing professional development A genuine opportunity to make a lasting difference to young peoples lives At RJS Resourcing, we partner with values-driven children's home providers across the UK and work on a continuous stream of exciting opportunities within residential childcare. If this role isn't quite the right fit, we'd still love to hear from you to discuss our wider portfolio of Registered Manager, Deputy Manager, Responsible Individual, Senior and Residential Support Worker vacancies. TPBN1_UKTJ

Supervising Social Worker – Fostering Location: Birmingham, South Midlands Salary: £35,146 – £41,736 Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week | 9-day fortnight available Interview process: Candidates must be available to attend a face-to-face interview Leaders in Care is recruiting an experienced and motivated Supervising Social Worker to join an established independent fostering service in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Social Worker with fostering or children's services experience to manage a varied caseload, support foster carers and help secure positive, stable outcomes for children and young people. You will work as part of a collaborative, supportive team while managing your own workload with a good degree of autonomy. The role As a Supervising Social Worker, you will oversee a caseload of up to 10 active and complex fostering cases. You will provide high-quality supervision and support to foster carers, while ensuring that children's needs are understood, safeguarded and effectively met. Your responsibilities will include: Managing, supervising and supporting foster carers and the children and young people placed with them. Completing high-quality Form F assessments and presenting assessment reports to fostering panel. Supporting the recruitment, assessment, approval and preparation of prospective foster carers. Delivering and contributing to pre-approval and post-approval foster carer training. Completing annual foster carer reviews and maintaining accurate, up-to-date case records. Supporting the matching of emergency and planned referrals with suitable fostering resources. Ensuring placement administration, reports and statutory documentation are completed accurately and on time. Working closely with local authority social workers, commissioning professionals and other stakeholders. Responding promptly, appropriately and in line with procedure to safeguarding and child protection concerns. Participating in the out-of-hours telephone support rota for foster carers. Supporting student social workers on placement, where appropriate. Contributing as a flexible and positive team member to meet the needs of the service. About you We are looking for an enthusiastic, organised and child-focused Social Worker who can build trusted relationships with foster carers and professional partners. To be considered, you will need: A recognised Social Work qualification: Social Work Degree, DipSW or CQSW. Current registration with Social Work England. At least three years' post-qualified experience within children's services, fostering or related care settings. Experience of assessing, training and supporting foster carers. The ability to manage complex cases and provide effective foster carer supervision. Strong understanding of fostering legislation, regulations, safeguarding and child protection procedures. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write clear assessment and panel reports. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage workload, priorities and deadlines independently. Confidence working with IT systems, Microsoft Office, databases and electronic recording systems. A full, clean driving licence and access to your own vehicle. Flexibility to take part in an out-of-hours support rota and occasional evening or weekend commitments. A post-qualifying award and at least two years' experience assessing and supervising foster carers would be advantageous. Why apply? You will be joining a service committed to delivering safe, supportive and stable fostering placements for children and young people. The organisation values professional development, teamwork, high standards of practice and inclusive working. If you are a compassionate and capable Supervising Social Worker looking for a new fostering opportunity in the Birmingham / South Midlands area, apply today through Leaders in Care. TPBN1_UKTJ

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Children’s Residential Senior Support Worker. If you have experience supporting children with complex and challenging needs and you’re ready to take on a senior role, this is an opportunity where your skills truly matter. You will support children aged 7–17 with a range of complex needs, inclu

Experienced Senior Residential Support Worker wanted for a children's home, providing trauma-informed care to young people with complex needs and challenging behaviors.

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Residential Support Worker – Children's Home Location: Erdington, Birmingham Salary: £25,500- £26,500 per annum + £75 per sleep-in Hours: Full-time Sleep-ins: 8 per month Shift Pattern: 10:00am – 10:30am the following day About the Role We are looking for caring, dedicated and resilient Residential Support Workers to join a children's residential home in Erdington. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about supporting children and young people and helping them achieve positive outcomes in a safe, nurturing environment. You will work as part of a dedicated team, providing high-quality care and support while building positive, trusting relationships with the children. Key Responsibilities • Provide high-quality, child-centred care and support., • Build positive and trusting relationships with children and young people., • Support children with their daily routines, education and activities., • Promote independence, confidence and positive development., • Follow individual care plans, risk assessments and safeguarding procedures., • Support children with emotional and behavioural needs., • Record and report important information accurately., • Work effectively as part of the wider staff team., • Participate in activities, appointments and community outings., • Maintain a safe, welcoming and supportive home environment., • Complete sleep-in duties as part of the rota. About You We are looking for someone who is: • Passionate about working with children and young people., • Caring, patient and resilient., • Confident managing challenging situations., • A strong communicator and team player., • Reliable, professional and committed to safeguarding., • Comfortable working sleep-in shifts., • A driver with a full UK driving licence. Essential Requirements • NVQ Level 3 / Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care, Children & Young People, or equivalent., • Previous experience working with children or young people is essential., • Experience within a children's residential setting is highly desirable., • Full UK driving licence., • Willingness to complete 8 sleep-in shifts per month. What's on Offer? • £25,500- £26,500 per year, • £75 per sleep-in, • 8 sleep-ins per month, • Full-time permanent position, • Career progression opportunities, • Supportive team environment, • The opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people

Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home Birmingham Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum 40 hours per week We are looking for an experienced and committed Deputy Manager to join a 5-bedded children's residential home in Birmingham. This is a hands-on role, ideal for someone who enjoys being actively involved in the day-to-day running of a home while also supporting the Registered Manager with the operational and administrative side of the service. The role will be approximately 50% floor-based and 50% office-based. When working on the floor, you will be responsible for supervising staff, delegating duties, supporting the team and helping to ensure the children receive consistently high standards of care. The office-based element will involve assisting the Registered Manager with the smooth running of the home, including paperwork, care planning, staff support, compliance and other management responsibilities. What we are looking for The successful candidate must: Have previous experience working within a children's residential home Hold a minimum of NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People / Residential Childcare or equivalent Have experience supervising, supporting or leading staff Be confident delegating responsibilities and managing a shift Have excellent communication and organisational skills Demonstrate honesty, integrity and professionalism Be flexible with working hours to meet the needs of the home Be passionate about providing a safe, supportive and positive environment for children and young people This would be an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Residential Support Worker, Team Leader or existing Deputy Manager looking to take the next step in their career. Salary is up to £35,000 per annum depending on experience. If you have the experience, values and leadership skills required and are looking to join a children's home where you can make a genuine difference, we would love to hear from you. Coburg Banks Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

Job Title: Senior Practitioner – Family Help Area: West Midlands Social Care Salary: £24.51 per hour Job Type: Locum Contract Length: Ongoing Start Date: 28 September 2026 Positions: 3 Job Details Tripod Partners are currently recruiting for 3 experienced Senior Practitioners who are registered Social Workers to join the Family Help Team This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Social Worker to take on a senior role focused on completing assessments, delivering targeted support to families and working with families open under Child in Need plans. You will act as the lead professional for children and families requiring help and support, taking a whole-family, strengths-based and trauma-informed approach to practice. Key Responsibilities Act as the Lead Practitioner for children and families requiring Family Help and support. Complete needs-led Family Assessments and develop multi-agency Family Help plans. Lead on Early Help and Child in Need plans, providing evidence-based support to families. Establish and facilitate Team Around the Family (TAF) meetings and ensure services work effectively together. Complete high-quality assessments and reports within required timescales. Identify strengths, risks and areas of need and make professional judgments about appropriate interventions. Build positive and purposeful relationships with children, young people and their families. Ensure children’s wishes, feelings and experiences are central to assessments and planning. Contribute to Strategy Meetings, Child Protection Conferences, Care Planning meetings and MARACs where required. Offer and facilitate Family Group Decision Making (FGDM) to help families identify their own solutions. Apply trauma-informed and relationship-based practice when working with children and families. Maintain accurate, timely and comprehensive case records in line with statutory and organisational requirements. Work closely with partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes for children and families. Develop sustainability plans with families to support continued progress after Family Help involvement ends. Ensure practice complies with relevant legislation, Working Together guidance and the National Framework. Participate in supervision, team meetings, training and professional development. Work outside normal office hours when required. Requirements Social Work qualification. Current Social Work England registration. Significant experience within Children’s Social Care. Experience completing assessments and working with Child in Need cases. Strong understanding of safeguarding and statutory children's social care practice. Experience working collaboratively with families and multi-agency professionals. Ability to manage complex cases, assess risk and make sound professional decisions. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Commitment to strengths-based, trauma-informed and relationship-based practice. If you are an experienced Social Worker looking for a Senior Practitioner opportunity within Family Help, apply today to be considered for this role

Sports Coaches, Youth Workers & Behaviour Mentors – SEN Education Opportunities Smile Education are looking to hear from sports coaches, youth workers, behaviour mentors, support workers and other professionals who are interested in moving into education and working with children and young people with SEN.You don't necessarily need previous experience as a Teaching Assistant. If you have experience working with young people, managing behaviour, building relationships and motivating individuals, your skills could transfer extremely well into a school environment. We work with mainstream schools, specialist SEN settings and alternative provision across Birmingham, Worcester, Bromsgrove and surrounding areas, with a variety of opportunities available. The opportunities We provide training for the following roles: SEN Teaching Assistants 1:1 Teaching Assistants Behaviour Mentors Learning Support Assistants Pastoral Support Workers Sports and Activity-Based Teaching Assistants Youth Support Workers Classroom Support AssistantsDepending on the setting and individual needs of the pupils, you could be supporting children and young people who experience: Autism / ASC ADHD SEMH Challenging behaviour Emotional regulation difficulties Communication and interaction needs Additional learning needsYour day could involve supporting pupils in lessons, providing 1:1 mentoring, helping with behaviour and emotional regulation, delivering sports or activity-based sessions, encouraging engagement and helping young people develop confidence and independence. We are particularly interested in hearing from people with backgrounds in: Sports coaching Football coaching Personal training Youth work Mentoring Care and support work Community work Armed Forces Martial arts Outdoor education Residential support Behaviour support Children's services The most important thing is your ability to build positive relationships with young people. We are looking for people who are: Confident and approachable Patient and resilient Positive and enthusiastic Comfortable managing challenging behaviour Able to build trust with young people Proactive and willing to use their initiative Reliable and professional Passionate about helping children and young people succeedWhy move into education? Working in a school can be a fantastic next step if you enjoy working with young people and want a career where you can make a genuine difference.Your existing experience in coaching, mentoring, behaviour support or youth work can provide valuable skills that transfer directly into the classroom. We offer: Day-to-day, short-term and long-term opportunities Full-time and part-time positions 1:1 and small-group roles Mainstream and specialist SEN settings Alternative provision opportunities Competitive rates of pay based on experience Dedicated consultant support Opportunities to develop a career within educationIf you are a sports coach, youth worker, behaviour mentor, support worker or someone with strong experience working with young people and you're considering a move into education, we'd love to hear from you. You don't need to have all the answers. You need the right attitude, the right personality and a genuine passion for supporting young people. Apply now We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications

Residential Support Worker Children's Home, Wolverhampton £13.50 per hour | 40 hours per week Are you looking for a career where you can genuinely change young people's lives? We're looking for a Residential Support Worker to join our team in Wolverhampton, providing safe, nurturing, child-centred care to children and young people in our residential home. About the Role of Residential Support Worker As a Residential Support Worker, you'll be part of a dedicated team supporting children with a range of complex needs to build resilience, form positive relationships, and reach their full potential. Every shift is a chance to offer stability, encouragement, and positive role modelling. This is a full-time role working 40 hours per week, paying £13.50 per hour. Being a Residential Support Worker a rewarding but responsible role, and we welcome applications from experienced practitioners as well as those new to residential childcare who can demonstrate the right values and potential. There are genuine opportunities to grow within the role, including key working, mentoring colleagues, and leading shifts. What You'll Be Doing as a Residential Support Worker Providing high-quality, child-centred care that promotes safety, stability and wellbeing Building positive, trusting relationships with children while maintaining professional boundaries Supporting children with daily routines, education, activities, health appointments and life skills Following care plans, risk assessments and behaviour support strategies Acting as a key worker for allocated children, taking responsibility for care planning and outcomes Maintaining accurate, timely records and contributing to reviews Working collaboratively with colleagues, and leading shifts when required Engaging respectfully with families, social workers and other professionals Working towards your Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (if not already achieved) What We're Looking For Essential for Residential Support Worker: A genuine motivation to work with children and make a positive difference Willingness to work towards the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare within two years Ability to build appropriate relationships while maintaining professional boundaries Strong written and verbal communication skills Emotional resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure Willingness to work flexibly, including shifts, weekends and sleep-ins A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children An enhanced DBS check valid for working with children (or willingness to obtain one) Desirable for Residential Support Worker: Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) Experience working with children or young people in any setting Experience within a regulated care environment Full UK driving licence Our Values We're looking for people who act professionally, respectfully and with integrity, who take pride in how they represent themselves and the children in our care. We value dependable people who bring consistency, positivity and accountability, and we're committed to supporting your ongoing learning and professional growth. If you're ready to make a real difference in children's lives, we'd love to hear from you. Why Choose Resicare Alliance Children's Care? We are a growing organisation and our future is shaped by our shared values. We genuinely strive to make the differences we promote, and our fantastic team is the enabler of our ambition to deliver outstanding care and support. Meaningful Work: You will be at the forefront of transforming young lives, offering guidance, stability, and emotional support to children in need. Professional Growth: RCA is committed to your professional development. We offer ongoing training and advancement opportunities to help you reach your career goals. Supportive Team: Join a team of caring professionals who share your passion for making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children. Competitive Compensation: We value your dedication and expertise and offer competitive salaries and benefits.All applications are assessed in detail and processing them is subject to safer recruitment regulations, as governed by both the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and Ofsted. The application process may be more demanding, but the job is also more rewarding. We look forward to receiving and reviewing your application

Children's Residential Support Worker - Crisis & Emergency Placements Location: Birmingham and Surrounding area's Rates: £13.00 - £21.36 per hour Hours: Includes day shifts, waking nights, weekends, and sleep-ins About the Role When a child's life is in turmoil, they need a safe harbour. As a Support Worker, you will provide immediate, short-term residential care to children and young people entering care in emergency circumstances. You will work with children who are experiencing high levels of trauma, distress, or placement breakdowns. Your primary goal is to create a warm, non-judgemental environment that offers stability, physical safety, and emotional containment during a critical transition period. Key Responsibilities Immediate Stabilisation: Provide high-calibre, trauma-informed daily care to children entering emergency placements. Building Trust: Establish fast, meaningful, and professional relationships with young people navigating acute crises. Safety & De-escalation: Manage challenging behaviours, emotional deregulation, and high-risk scenarios using proactive de-escalation techniques. Daily Support: Assist with routine activities, cooking, educational needs, and personal goals to maintain daily structure. Multi-Agency Liaison: Safeguard young people by maintaining strict records and working closely with social workers, emergency services, and health care providers.What We're Looking For Resilience & Empathy: Exceptional emotional regulation, patience, and a non-judgemental approach to complex behaviours. Experience: Paid UK Experience working with vulnerable children, young people, or within complex residential settings is essential. DBS: Full enhanced dbs on the update service Flexibility: Ability to work shifts, including unsociable hours, weekends, and overnight sleep-ins. Driving License: Full UK Driving License preferred (for transport during placements).Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone. Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing

About the Roles Walsall Council is seeking two experienced Advanced Practitioners to join Children's Services. These are excellent opportunities for skilled practitioners who are passionate about delivering high-quality interventions, supporting vulnerable children and families, and mentoring less experienced social workers. Working on a full-time basis, you will typically be based in the office 3 days per week, with 2 days working from home. Both positions offer a reduced caseload, allowing time to provide coaching, reflective practice, case oversight, and direct support to colleagues. Neglect Advanced Practitioner This role will focus on supporting families where neglect is a key concern, combining a small capped allocation with direct practice support to help strengthen outcomes for children. Key responsibilities: Holding a reduced caseload of approximately 8 children. Working directly with children and families where neglect has been identified. Providing mentoring, guidance, and practical support to less experienced practitioners. Co-working complex cases and supporting effective interventions. Promoting best practice and improving outcomes for children and young people. Contributing to workforce development through coaching and reflective practice. Child Protection Advanced Practitioner This role will focus on working with families where children are subject to Child Protection Plans or where child protection concerns are emerging. Key responsibilities: Holding a reduced caseload of approximately 8 children. Supporting practitioners managing complex child protection cases. Providing mentoring, guidance, co-working, and case oversight. Promoting confident, timely, and child-centred practice. Supporting effective assessment, planning, and risk management. Helping to strengthen practice standards across the service. Both Advanced Practitioner positions carry a reduced caseload of approximately 8 children, with a strong emphasis on: Coaching and mentoring less experienced practitioners. Reflective practice and professional development. Direct practice support and co-working. Improving the quality and consistency of social work practice. Achieving positive outcomes for children and families.Requirements Qualified Social Worker. Registered with Social Work England. Significant experience within Children's Social Care. Excellent knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and statutory social work practice. Ability to mentor, support, and develop practitioners. Strong communication, leadership, and decision-making skills.This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. A DBS may be eligible for this role, applicants are required to declare any cautions and convictions that are not protected under current filtering rules. If you are an experienced Advanced Practitioner looking for an opportunity to combine frontline practice with mentoring and professional leadership, we would love to hear from you

Our client Birmingham Children's Trust is looking for a Family Finding and Permanence Social Worker to join their team. Job Purpose To secure timely, stable and nurturing family-based fostering placements for children and young people by undertaking creative and proactive family-finding activity. The Family Finder will work collaboratively with social workers, placement services and external providers to identify and promote suitable care arrangements that meet children's individual needs and support permanence planning. We are keen to hear from applicants with placements and/or family finding experience. Key Responsibilities Family Finding and Permanence Planning Undertake comprehensive family-finding/placement finding activity for children requiring foster care, long-term fostering or other family-based permanence arrangements. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with children's social workers and placement services. Contribute to permanence planning by providing specialist advice regarding family-finding opportunities and barriers. Child Profiling and Marketing Develop high-quality, strengths-based child profiles, pen pictures and promotional materials that accurately reflect the child's identity, needs, wishes and aspirations. Produce engaging family-finding resources including videos, digital profiles and other media to promote children requiring placements. Ensure all family-finding documentation is child-focused, trauma-informed and professionally presented. Support social workers to complete high-quality referrals and matching information. Partnership Working and Recruitment Build and maintain effective relationships with fostering services, independent fostering agencies and other placement providers. Promote children requiring placements through appropriate networks and marketing opportunities. Coordinate and facilitate family-finding events, matching events and community engagement activities. Develop innovative approaches to attract potential carers for children who may traditionally be more difficult to place, including older children, sibling groups and children with complex needs. Matching and Placement Support Work closely with fostering teams to identify and assess potential matches. Assist with matching discussions and provide information to support decision-making. Support transition planning where a match has been identified. Monitor and track family-finding activity to ensure children experience minimal delay in achieving permanence. Performance and Quality Assurance Maintain accurate, comprehensive and up-to-date records of all family-finding activity. Provide management information regarding progress, outcomes and barriers. Contribute to service audits, quality assurance processes and performance monitoring. Ensure practice complies with statutory guidance, local policies and safeguarding procedures.Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs Referral bonus - up to £250* per person placed. Double payrolls each week. *Terms & Conditions apply You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit

Child Protection Inquiry Team – Social Worker The Role The Child Protection Inquiry Team is a specialist, short-term service responsible for undertaking statutory safeguarding work, including: Completing Section 47 Child Protection enquiries Undertaking Section 17 assessments, including 15-day assessments where appropriate Responding to new safeguarding referrals through a duty rota every four weeks Completing statutory visits and gathering information from children, families and partner agencies Assessing risk, identifying safeguarding concerns and determining appropriate next steps Working closely with schools, health professionals, police and other partner agencies Producing high-quality assessments and reports within statutory timescales Ensuring children and young people's voices, wishes and feelings remain central to decision-making Transferring cases appropriately to longer-term teams once enquiries or assessments are completed This is not a long-term case-holding service. Cases are transferred to the relevant teams once the short-term safeguarding work has been completed. Caseload Despite the fast-paced nature of the service, caseloads are intentionally kept low, with Social Workers typically holding around 3–4 children at any one time. This allows practitioners to focus on completing thorough, timely and high-quality safeguarding enquiries and assessments. What We’re Looking For We are seeking Social Workers who have: A recognised Social Work qualification Current Social Work England registration Recent experience within children's safeguarding, assessment or child protection services Strong experience completing Section 47 enquiries Good knowledge of Section 17 assessments Experience undertaking statutory visits and assessing risk Strong safeguarding and child protection knowledge The ability to manage competing priorities and work to statutory timescales Excellent communication, assessment and report-writing skills The confidence to work independently while also contributing effectively to a team Strong professional references Ideally, access to a car, as the role involves statutory home visits across Birmingham Working Arrangements Location: Aston, Birmingham Contract: Initial 3-month agency contract, with potential extension Office: 2 days per week Working: Hybrid and flexible working available Parking: Free on-site parking Start: ASAP Caseload: Typically 3–4 children Duty: One week in every four What’s Offered Structured induction to help you settle into the service Supportive and experienced management team Manageable caseloads Hybrid and flexible working Free on-site parking Access to a wide range of free training and CPD opportunities Support for ongoing Social Work England registration and professional development Opportunity to gain further specialist child protection and safeguarding experience Why Apply? This is a great opportunity for an experienced Social Worker who enjoys frontline safeguarding work, wants to focus on high-quality assessments and enquiries, and values working within a supportive team with manageable caseloads. If you are an experienced Children's Social Worker with strong Section 47 and safeguarding experience and are available to start ASAP, we'd love to hear from you

Qualified Social Worker - Family Help Assessments (Peripatetic Team) Job Title: Qualified Social Worker Team: Family Help - Assessments (Peripatetic Team) Location: Cable Plaza, Brierley Hill, Dudley, DY5 1LW Pay Rate: £41.00 per hour Contract Type: Agency/Temporary Our developing Family Help service aims to provide targeted support and help to families so that children and families can thrive and more families are able to stay together. We recognise that providing the right type of support at the right time for families is key to working effectively and that lasting relationships with professionals is central to working alongside families and their networks. Working alongside families using our Restorative Model of practice, we use family led-decision making strategies and Motivational Interviewing skills to help families access creative and targeted support packages that will help to develop meaningful and lasting change for families. This includes increased capacity to manage complex parenting challenges and reducing risks within family networks and across our community. Our Family Help service is delivered through the 'Family Safeguarding model' which delivers a whole family approach to support. Social workers and Family Help practitioners will co-ordinate the support offered to families drawing on the knowledge and skillset of experienced Child Practitioners; Drug and Alcohol practitioners' Probation Officers; Domestic Abuse Workers, and Mental Health Practitioners. The Family Safeguarding programme is used to inform our direct work with families and our model of supervision is reflective group supervision involving those practitioners involved in supporting a family. Our ambition is for more families to receive the support that they need from within their local community through our model of early support. However, we recognise that some worries about children and families arise quickly and can be significant for children, particularly child protection concerns. Our Family Help service therefore incudes an assessment service which uses our single assessment process and statutory child protection procedures, to work alongside families in assessing their needs and identifying the right plan of support for them. Referrals come directly to the team from our integrated children's front door and link in closely with our Family Help and locality partners. We are currently developing our (Multi-Agency Child Protection Team (MACPT) and in time, the Assessment Team will work closed with MACPT to assess and plan for our children requiring child protection intervention. Connect2Dudley is a trading style of Dudley & Kent Commercial Services LTD - A joint venture between Dudley Metropolitan Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dudley is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates

Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Care Location: Halesowen Salary: Competitive package up to £70,000 Contract: Full-Time, Permanent RJS Resourcing is currently working with an established provider of children’s residential care who are looking for an experienced and passionate Registered Manager to lead one of their established homes in the Birmingham/Dudley area. The home is rated Good by Ofsted and has a supportive and experienced senior leadership team in place. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Registered Manager to build on strong foundations, shape the service and make a lasting difference to the lives of young people. The Role You will take overall responsibility for the day-to-day management of a 3-bed children’s residential home supporting young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD). Working alongside an experienced senior leadership team, you will be responsible for maintaining the high standards already established within the home while continuing to develop the service and achieve positive outcomes for the young people. Key responsibilities will include: Providing strong and consistent leadership to the home and wider care team Ensuring the home continues to meet Ofsted expectations and the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards Maintaining high standards of safeguarding and care Supporting, developing and managing the staff team Ensuring young people receive individualised, child-centred care Working closely with professionals, families and other agencies Maintaining strong operational and regulatory standards Identifying opportunities to further develop the home and improve outcomes About You We are looking for someone with: A Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare, or equivalent A minimum of 3 years’ experience managing a children’s residential home A proven track record of achieving and maintaining Good or Outstanding Ofsted outcomes Strong knowledge of the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards Strong safeguarding and staff-management skills A confident, child-centred leadership style Experience supporting young people with EBD would be beneficial What’s on Offer Competitive package of up to £70,000 Opportunity to manage an established 3-bed EBD home Good Ofsted-rated service with strong foundations already in place Supportive and experienced senior leadership team Opportunity to shape and further develop the service Ongoing professional development A genuine opportunity to make a lasting difference to young people’s lives At RJS Resourcing, we partner with values-driven children's home providers across the UK and work on a continuous stream of exciting opportunities within residential childcare. If this role isn't quite the right fit, we'd still love to hear from you to discuss our wider portfolio of Registered Manager, Deputy Manager, Responsible Individual, Senior and Residential Support Worker vacancies

About the Role Walsall Council is seeking an experienced Team Manager to join the East Locality Family Help & Protection Team. This is an exciting opportunity for an established manager to lead a dedicated team delivering effective safeguarding, family help, and child protection services to children, young people, and families. Working within Children's Social Care, you will be responsible for leading and managing a team of social work professionals, ensuring high-quality practice, strong performance, and positive outcomes for children. The role offers a hybrid working arrangement, typically consisting of 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home. As Team Manager, you will provide leadership, direction, and professional supervision to a team of practitioners, ensuring vulnerable children and families receive timely and effective support and protection. You will oversee service delivery across Family Help and Child Protection, ensuring statutory responsibilities are met, risks are effectively managed, and children achieve the best possible outcomes. £41.42 per hour Umbrella 37 Hours Per Week Full Time | Hybrid Working Location: Silver Court, Brownhills Key Responsibilities Lead, supervise, support, and develop Social Workers, Senior Practitioners, ASYEs, and Trainee Social Workers. Oversee assessments, care planning, reviews, and interventions, ensuring statutory timescales and performance standards are achieved. Manage and oversee Family Help Plans and Child Protection Plans, including involvement in pre-proceedings and court proceedings where required. Provide safeguarding oversight and make complex decisions relating to children and families. Monitor team performance through supervision, quality assurance activity, audits, and performance management processes. Promote high-quality, child-centred practice and continuous improvement across the team. Work collaboratively with partner agencies to deliver effective multi-agency safeguarding and support. Manage resources and delegated budgets effectively, ensuring value for money and positive service outcomes. Support recruitment, induction, training, and professional development of staff. Ensure compliance with legislation, statutory guidance, policies, procedures, and safeguarding standards.Requirements Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration. Significant experience within Children's Social Care and safeguarding services. Previous management or supervisory experience within a Family Help, Assessment, Safeguarding, or Child Protection setting. Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, statutory guidance, and safeguarding frameworks. Experience of performance management, quality assurance, and workforce development. Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills.This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. A DBS may be eligible for this role, applicants are required to declare any cautions and convictions that are not protected under current filtering rules. If you are an experienced Children's Social Care Manager looking for your next interim opportunity, we'd love to hear from you

About the Role Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker (Advanced Practitioner level) to join its Safeguarding & Support Team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive and restorative local authority, managing complex safeguarding cases while making a positive impact on the lives of children and families. The Safeguarding & Support Team works with: Children in Need Child Protection Court proceedings Adoption workAs a restorative local authority, we are committed to working in partnership with children, families, and partner agencies to achieve the best possible outcomes. We offer reflective supervision, prioritise staff wellbeing, and promote a strong and supportive team culture. Key Responsibilities Manage and respond to allocated safeguarding work in line with legislation, policies, and procedures. Undertake assessments in accordance with the Framework for the Assessment of Children in Need and their Families. Develop and implement family-led restorative plans based on assessed needs. Work collaboratively with children, young people, families, and partner agencies. Promote participation and partnership working with children and their families. Complete regular reviews of plans, recording outcomes and updating interventions accordingly. Maintain accurate and timely electronic and manual case records. Prepare detailed reports for statutory reviews, child protection conferences, panels, and court proceedings. Participate actively in supervision, performance management, and professional development activities.Essential Requirements Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration. Significant experience working within Children's Safeguarding Services. Strong experience managing: Child Protection cases Children in Need cases Court work Ability to work effectively within a restorative practice framework. Experience handling complex caseloads.This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. A DBS check may be applicable for this role, applicants are required to declare any cautions and convictions that are not protected under current filtering rules. If you have the relevant experience and would love to join and support team, we would love to hear from you. If successful, candidates will be required to provide information to support the Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council's commitment to the prevention and detection of fraud. This information will be processed by the Council's Internal Audit Services and may be shared with the National Fraud Initiative (NFI) for data matching

Team Manager, Family Help Connect2Dudley are seeking an experienced Team Manager to lead and support a Children's Social Care team, ensuring vulnerable children, young people, and families receive high-quality services that safeguard and promote their wellbeing. Key Responsibilities Lead, manage, and develop a team of Social Workers, ASYEs, Trainee Social Workers, and Personal Advisors. Oversee caseload allocation and ensure statutory assessments, plans, and reviews are completed within timescales. Provide leadership, supervision, and performance management to maintain high standards of practice. Make informed decisions regarding children and families, ensuring effective risk management and positive outcomes. Work collaboratively with partner agencies to deliver effective multi-agency support and interventions. Monitor service performance, conduct case audits, and drive continuous improvement. Ensure compliance with legislation, statutory guidance, local policies, and safeguarding procedures. Contribute to service development, planning, and strategic priorities across Children's Services. Promote equality, diversity, and participation, ensuring the voice of children and families is central to practice. Requirements Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration. Significant experience within Children's Social Care, including safeguarding and child protection. Previous management or supervisory experience within a social work setting. Strong leadership, decision-making, and performance management skills. Excellent understanding of relevant legislation, statutory guidance, and best practice.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced manager to lead a dedicated team and make a positive impact on the lives of children and families. Connect2Dudley is a trading style of Dudley & Kent Commercial Services LTD - A joint venture between Dudley Metropolitan Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dudley is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates

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