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Sandwell Children's Trust
About Us
Sandwell Children's Trust is rated as a Good Provider and believes that the voice of the child should be at the center of everything we do. We aim to ensure that children and families in Sandwell are safe and empowered to thrive.
What We Offer
- Market Supplement: £2,500 per annum
- Retention Bonus: £2,000 in year 1, £3,000 in year 2, £5,000 in year 3
- Annual Leave: Up to 31 days plus 5 additional days for long service recognition
- Paid Days Off: Birthday, 8 Bank Holidays, and a concessionary day at Christmas
- Pension: Generous local government career average pension scheme with employer contributions of 21.6%
- Service Awards: Recognition of individual loyalty from 2, 5, 10 years, and every 5 years onwards
- Flexible Working Patterns: All roles have well-defined career progression
- Expenses: Competitive mileage (55p per mile) and subsistence, plus access to a comprehensive employee benefits scheme
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Job Details
- Salary: £46,753 - £52,317 per annum plus a relocation allowance of up to £6,500
- Contract: 12 month fixed term
- Hours: Full time 37 hours per week
- Work Model: Hybrid
About the Role
The Permanence Hub offers three new opportunities for experienced and motivated Social Workers. This role is part of the Trust’s corporate parenting service, focusing on achieving permanence for children through safe reunification and kinship arrangements.
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Key Responsibilities
- Complete and review Placement with Parent (Regulation 17) Assessments
- Contribute to Coram BAAF Form K Special Guardianship Assessments and the development of Special Guardianship Support Plans
- Lead on the completion of Coram BAAF Form K Assessments and Special Guardianship Support Plans
- Work collaboratively with Reunification Workers and Family Support Workers
- Complete high-quality assessments and prepare court statements, care plans, and support plans
- Champion permanence planning and focus on achieving timely, child-centred outcomes
- Demonstrate strong corporate parenting practice
About You
- Hold a recognised Social Work qualification and be registered with Social Work England
- Have successfully completed your ASYE within a Children and Families setting
- Progressed to Senior Social Worker
- Experience of working with children in care and understanding of permanence planning
- Sound knowledge of legislation, statutory guidance, and procedures
- Skilled in assessment, analytical thinking, and professional decision-making
- Ability to identify strengths, risks, and support needs and formulate clear recommendations
- Strong commitment to understanding and promoting the child's voice
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Organized, self-motivated, and able to manage competing demands effectively
- Confident team player with the ability to build positive, collaborative relationships
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Why Join Us?
- Be at the forefront of the national reform in children’s social care
- Work in a supportive, forward-thinking environment
- Opportunity to make a real and lasting difference in the lives of children and families
How to Apply
Submit your up-to-date CV and a supporting statement of no more than 1,000 words demonstrating how your skills, knowledge, and experience meet the requirements of the role. Address the essential criteria outlined in the person specification, providing relevant examples where possible.
Your CV should include a complete employment history with any gaps clearly explained. Submit your application to recruitment_childrenstrust@sandwell.gov.uk by midnight on Monday, 27th September.
Important Information
Sandwell Children's Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups including children. An enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check is required for working with children and young people. Pre-employment checks will be carried out in line with the Department for Education KCSIE Guidance 2022.
For further information on the role or working for us, please email recruitment_childrenstrust@sandwell.gov.uk.
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