Missing and Exploitation Coordinator

Are you passionate about safeguarding children and young people from harms outside the home, do you have strategic mindset capable of coordinating disruption planning in a multi-agency setting? We are seeking an innovative and highly motivated Exploitation and Missing Co-ordinator to join our dynamic, contextual safeguarding partnership hub. This position is pivotal in spearheading the intelligence-led disruption of perpetrators and the protection of vulnerable young people across Birmingham, the role does not include direct casework with children and families but will require occasional joint visits.

In this influential role, you will be responsible for developing thorough assessment of harm or risk, utilising a contextual safeguarding approach. Your expertise will be crucial in analysing intelligence, identifying emerging trends, and coordinating robust disruption plans that target perpetrators and prevent exploitation. You will play a key role in forging and nurturing strong partnerships between the Empower U Hub, the wider community, and various agencies. By building these connections, you will both strengthen our collective response to child exploitation, serious youth violence and missing episodes and enhance the safeguarding landscape citywide.

Your coordination skills will be at the heart of the operation, as you work collaboratively with experienced professionals from social care, police, education, and community agencies. You will be tasked with driving multi-agency efforts, managing information flow, and ensuring that disruption activity is effective, timely, and intelligence-led. This includes raising awareness among social workers, family support workers, youth offending teams, and other stakeholders—enhancing their ability to recognise and respond to risks that originate outside the family environment.

We are looking for someone with a strong understanding of the issues surrounding child exploitation and missing children, underpinned by a relevant degree or equivalent qualifications. You should demonstrate a keen awareness of the complexities facing young people in Birmingham, and a proven ability to assess vulnerabilities and coordinate safeguarding responses.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking, innovative service within the Trust—one that values new ideas and strategic thinking. If you have exceptional organisational and coordination abilities, are adept at managing intelligence and orchestrating disruption of perpetrators, and are committed to making a tangible difference for children and young people, we would love to hear from you.

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.

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.