Head Of Service - Children in Care

We are looking for a Head of Service to lead the Children in Care Service where you will join our Children in Care leadership team.

Are you ready for a new opportunity?

• Do you have a combination of operational and strategic leadership and management grip experience?
• Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families?
• Do you have the drive to support and empower young people to achieve their full potential? If so, Birmingham Children’s Trust wants to hear from you!

About you.

• You will need to have an understanding of how to include our service users, partners and staff in our journey to outstanding.
• You will need to have the ability to think ahead, scan opportunities and innovation to improve the outcomes for young people, whilst ensuring effectiveness of the managers and workers in delivering good practice.
• You will have the skills to build relationships with key partners to understand and fulfil their corporate parenting responsibilities to our young people.

If you have any questions or want to find out more, please contact Lisa Jamieson on Lisa.jamieson@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk

Interviews will take place on 6th October

Our most recent Ofsted Focused visit (Nov24) found :

• Many children benefit from meaningful relationships with social workers who have taken time to build strong and caring relationships with them. Social workers demonstrate a real curiosity and passion to ensure they listen to children and are effective in meeting their needs.
• Social workers are positive about the support they receive from managers and leaders at all levels. Caseloads are manageable and social workers report that they are busy, but they feel well supported in their practice. Consequently, social workers are able to develop meaningful relationships with children. They demonstrate a real curiosity and passion to ensure they listen to children and are effective in meeting their needs. Social workers are proud of their work and their children’s progress.

About Us. Why we are different as a Trust.

• We know and understand that working in social care is hard work and challenging at times, that’s why we reward you with a very attractive employment offer.

• Alongside regular supervision, access to training and shared learning, mental health and well-being support, we offer a wider range of benefits including competitive rewards and pension, a generous annual leave package with 30 days leave plus bank holidays; Car Leasing Scheme; to name a few.

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

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.