To be considered for this post, you will also need to demonstrate:

• Professional social work qualification and Social Work England registration
• Extensive experience of working with vulnerable children and their families
• Experience of working closely with statutory and voluntary agencies
• Demonstrates current knowledge of professional social work practices
• Ability to demonstrate an understanding of the social work task
• Demonstrates experience and understanding of key legislation
• Evidence of supervising students and/or colleagues
• An ability to intervene effectively within situations of increasing complexity and challenge

In return, we offer:

• A range of flexible working options including a flexi-time scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlements with the opportunity to purchase up to 10-days additional leave per year
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme – a 24-hour independent, free, and confidential advice and support service
• Family and carer friendly policies
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Employee benefits including staff discounts, subsidized travel passes, and Cycle 2 Work Scheme

For an informal discussion about the post please contact:

Helen Davies FDAC Manager - Helen.Davies@Bham-SolFDAC.co.uk

Mobile Number: 07860 906073

Closing Date: 2 August 2026

Interviews will take place during the week commencing 10 August 2026.

Further Information

• Please note, previous applicants need not apply.
• This post will require a DBS check.
• This role does not offer sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship.
• This is an essential car user post as the demands of the job make it operationally essential and there is a contractual requirement to make a suitable vehicle available to ensure the requirements of the job can be carried out effectively.
• Applicants must be able to drive, have a driving licence, and be a car owner or have use of a car; however, for disabled applicants, reasonable adjustments will be made where required.
• This post is covered by the Fluency Duty, as outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers.
• Please note: As part of our compliance and safer recruitment requirements, references will be sought for all successful candidates following interview. A reference must be provided by the candidate’s current or most recent employer or training provider. Where this does not cover the last three years, an additional reference will be required from the candidate’s next most recent employer or training provider. Posts subject to statutory regulation may require additional scrutiny. Personal/character references will only be accepted in exceptional circumstances.

Solihull Council is 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.

Solihull Council has a responsibility for, and is committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk, and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.