Higher Level Family Support Worker

Working in the Trust gives you the opportunity to acquire a diverse set of professional experiences, and exceptional professional development. You will be part of a team that strives to reach good outcomes for Children and Families in Birmingham.

About the team

The Families Together Service is a city-wide service that are looking for a Higher-Level Family Support Worker to join our teams in the NWC SG space. The teams are motivated and require a support workers who can drive evidence-based practice and create a positive environment which encourages open discussion and innovation, supports performance and builds capability.

About you….

• You will require a NVQ level four or equivalent qualification for this role.
• You will work within our relationship-based, strengths-orientated, family-led practice model.

• You will require experience of working in a multi-agency forum as you will jointly work with families in statutory services to provide a timely response to the needs of children, young people and their families, acting in accordance with local policies, procedures and priorities.

• The role will require you working under pressure and dealing with conflicting demands whilst adhering to strict deadlines.
• You will require good report writing and record keeping, accounting for decisions taken and interventions provided. The role will require good communication skills, as you will work closely with colleagues within Birmingham Children’s Trust who will take on a crucial role with families and you will support social care colleagues in delivering targeted interventions and evidencing practice on a child’s record.

• As a Higher Level Family Support Worker, you will deliver evidenced based interventions to positively affect changes that safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people.

• You will be required to establish a high standard of practice in the Families Together space that provides a timely response to children, young people and their families and achieves family outcomes from the Think Family Criteria. You need to be able to work collaboratively with, children, young people and families and other professionals to achieve this aim.

• The role will require you to act as a champion in a specific practice area such as domestic abuse, parental conflict, mental health or substance misuse on behalf of the team/service supporting delivery of workshops and providing advice and support where relevant.

• You will be accountable for maintaining and improving practice and performance in line with professional development targets as agreed with the line manager through supervision.

• You will be a team player working with colleagues in a range of disciplines, sharing knowledge and providing support and advice to deliver the best possible outcomes for local children and their families.

About Us…..why we are different as a Trust….

We know and understand that working with children and families is hard work and challenging at times, that’s why we reward you with a very attractive employment offer and excellent benefits.

Alongside regular supervision, access to training and shared learning, mental health, and well-being support, we offer a wider range of benefits available including competitive rewards and pension, a generous annual leave package with up to 35 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and a range of employee benefits.

If you would like to be part of our passionate and dedicated team and are committed to continuous improvement, then don’t hesitate, and apply today.

We are looking for a team player who has the ambition that matches ours, to join us at this exciting moment, to be part of the Trust and the wider partnership’s journey and help to take us to the next level. The challenges are big, but the opportunities are great! You will have proven experience of working in early help and prevention and understand what a good service looks like.

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.

Note: advert will be closed early if we have a high demand in applications

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.