Senior Social Worker Practitioner - Homeless Intervention Team Sanctuary Personal

Position: Senior Social Worker/Practitioner – Homeless Intervention Team
Location: Birmingham, UK
Salary: £33.30 per hour
Role Type: Locum Agency Role for 3 months

Embark on an adventure with this thrilling opportunity as a Senior Social Worker/Practitioner for Birmingham Children’s Trust within the Homeless Intervention Team. Over a three-month period, you’ll engage with life-changing work to assess and support young people aged 16-17 who are homeless or s is an excellent chance to leverage your expertise while earning £33.30 hourly in a full-time locum role that places a vital emphasis on the well-being and futures of vulnerable youth.

Being a locum worker offers extraordinary flexibility, allowing you to balance work and personal commitments while selecting placements that appeal to your career goals. Additionally, you have the opportunity to gain rich experience across diverse settings, enhancing your professional growth and expertise. You won’t just be working in any city; you’ll be operating in Birmingham — an epicentre of culture and history with great transport links and vibrant local life, making it a fantastic place to explore.

• Conduct timely, child-centred assessments under Section 17 and Section 20 of the Children Act 1989 for young individuals presenting as homeless.
• Determine whether these young people are ‘children in need’ requiring accommodation under Section 20.
• Inform young people of their legal rights and entitlements if accepted as looked after children.
• Respond to safeguarding concerns related to exploitation, abuse, self-harm, or neglect.
• Develop comprehensive child in need plans, care plans, and pathway plans together with the young person.
• Collaborate with housing teams, health services, education providers, and voluntary organisations to deliver joint assessments and fulfil the local authority’s responsibilities.
• Ensure detailed and accurate documentation of assessments, decisions, and legal compliance under statutory guidance.
• Advocate for young people’s rights to support, care, education, and independent advocacy services.

Essential qualifications include a degree in Social Work, registration with Social Work England, and a sound understanding of the Southwark Judgement alongside experience with adolescents at risk of homelessness. Familiarity with child protection procedures is crucial. Possessing the ability to collaborate with multiple agencies and manage complex cases will be key to your success.

Birmingham is not only a fantastic place to enhance your career, but also a rich tapestry of culture and community. Known for its vibrant arts scene, diverse culinary offerings, and welcoming spirit, Birmingham provides an ideal balance of work and play. Embrace the opportunity to make a tangible difference while enjoying everything this dynamic city has to offer.

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