Job Description

Job Title:

Senior Social Work Assistant

Grade:

GR3

Reporting To:

Team Manager

Location:

New Aston House, Birmingham - B6

Contract Type:

Contractual (Ending on 27/10/2025)

Working Hours:

35 hours per week

Pay Rate:

13.71 per hour

Mileage Allowance:

0.45 per mile

Purpose of the Role

To support social workers in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and young people by delivering high-quality support services, carrying out casework, and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Hold responsibility for an allocated caseload as assigned by the Team Manager or Social Worker. Collect, record, and analyze relevant information using case management systems to support assessments and interventions. Provide practical day-to-day support to children and families as directed. Ensure the safety and well-being of children through accurate assessments and actions aligned with statutory guidelines. Liaise with multi-agency partners to achieve positive outcomes for children and ensure services are joined up. Maintain accurate and timely case recording, reports, and communication in line with statutory and organizational standards. Participate in team meetings, reviews, and contribute to service improvement. Take personal responsibility for continuous professional development and reflective practice.

Essential Requirements

Experience working with children and/or families in a care setting. Ability to liaise with agencies to access support for children and families. Basic knowledge of social work practices and relevant legislation. Strong communication skills (written and verbal) and ability to build effective relationships. Ability to maintain accurate records and reports. Respect for diversity and commitment to equality. Ability to work flexibly within a team and in partnership with other professionals.

Special Conditions

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act; a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required. Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 3 months

Pay: 13.70 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

Canteen Company events On-site parking Transport links
Application question(s):

What is your Qualification Level? Name of the University where the candidate obtained their Social Work qualification: Do you have an Enhanced DBS on an updated service?
Language:

English (required)
Licence/Certification:

Social Work England (required) Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Location:

Deeside CH5 (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 03/08/2025
Reference ID: AESN-SWAM-DN-012
Expected start date: 04/08/2025