Specialist Assessment Social Worker

Help us change children and young people’s lives

At Birmingham Children’s Trust, everything we do is about making a difference for children, young people, and families across our city. Every day, we support over 10,000 children and young people — ensuring they are safe, happy, and able to thrive.

We are now seeking 4 passionate and skilled Specialist Assessment Social Workers to join our brand-new Specialist Assessment Service. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of an innovative team, carrying out complex assessments and directly improving outcomes for Birmingham’s most vulnerable children. As a Specialist Assessment Social Worker, you will:

• Carry out high-quality, evidence-based assessments of children and families.
• Provide clear, analytical reports to support decision-making in children’s best interests.
• Work collaboratively with other professionals, including schools, health colleagues, police, and voluntary organisations.
• Develop meaningful relationships with children and young people, ensuring their voices are central to your work.
• Contribute to our trauma-informed, relationship-based practice model, ensuring positive and lasting outcomes.

About You

• Be a qualified Social Worker.
• Hold a recognised social work qualification and be registered with Social Work England.
• Demonstrate resilience, strong time management, and excellent analytical skills.
• Have experience in assessment and care planning, with a passion for improving outcomes for children.
• Be able to work collaboratively, building strong relationships with colleagues and partner agencies.
• Bring curiosity, professionalism, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Why Join Us?

• Make a Real Impact – your work will shape the future for children and families across Birmingham.
• Specialist Practice – work on a wide range of community-based and complex assessments, including Parent Assess, CUBAS, and specialist risk assessments.
• Professional Growth – access tailored development, reflective supervision, and opportunities to expand your skills in specialist social work practice.
• Supportive Culture – join a collaborative, values-driven workplace where staff wellbeing and professional growth are genuinely prioritised.
• Generous Benefits – enjoy a competitive package including:

Our offer to you:

• A generous annual leave package of 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 5 years of service and 35 days after 10 years of service.
• Free on-site parking.
• Amazing full access to our internal employee benefits scheme including, but not limited to, Occupational Health services, Rewards Schemes, Benefits discounts, Health & Fitness and Personal Wellbeing support and much more!
• Full reimbursement of your annual Social Work England registration fee.
• Flexible and hybrid working policy - we are well adapted to a hybrid model of working which includes a combination of time spent in the office and at home.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit.

Interviews: WC 13th October 2025

Want to know more?
If you’re passionate about specialist social work practice and ready to take on a role where you can make a lasting difference, we’d love to hear from you.

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact: Stuart Lowe (Head of Service) - Stuart.lowe@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk

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.