Senior Contact and Escort Organiser, Deputy Manager

About the role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Family Time Service for the position of a ‘Senior Contact and Escort Organiser’ – Deputy Manager.

We are looking for someone who is forward thinking, resilient under pressure and energetic, who has good organising skills to effectively plan rotas for Senior Contact Workers to facilitate Family Time for looked after children and other contacts with their parents and significant family members.

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.

About you:

Duties and responsibilities will include (see JD for more info):

• A management qualification is desirable such as NVQ Level 4 or equivalent in relevant field along with childcare experience, (If relying on Social Work qualification you will be required to be registered with General Social Care Council).
• An ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with a good level of computer literacy is essential in order to maintain a data base of family time and ensure that appropriate performance management information is collected, collated and reported.
• Your desired experience of childcare settings or knowledge will ensure that family time is undertaken in a manner which is child centred and consistent with agreed procedures and good practice.
• Safeguarding knowledge is essential as you will be responsible to advise and support Senior Contact Workers in responding to safeguarding issues and ensuring they are reported to the responsible social worker.
• You will be supported and managed by the Family Time Team Manager

If you are interested in having a conversation about this vacancy, please contact the Team Manager for the Family Time Service: Jacqueline Facey jacqueline.s.facey@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk or 07766922822

PLEASE NOTE ONCE ADEQUATE APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED THIS ADVERT WILL BE CLOSED AND NO FURTHER APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR THS POSITION AFTER CLOSE, THEREFORE IT IS ADVISABLE TO SUBMIT YOUR COMPLETED APPLICATION AS SOON AS YOU CAN.

Benefits

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.