Social Work Assistant SWA - Spencer Clarke Group : Job Details

We are assisting a Local Authority in the appointment of an experienced Social Work Assistant to join their Children's Social Work Team in Birmingham!

Hybrid Working - Minimum two days in the office, with the remainder home-based.

As a Social Work Assistant, you will work closely with social workers and families to provide vital support for children in care.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Assisting social workers in their day-to-day duties to support children and families.
• Carrying out joint visits with social workers to meet the needs of children in care.
• Supervising family time sessions between children and their parents/carers.
• Engaging in direct work with children to understand their experiences, wishes, and feelings.
• Supporting parents and foster carers to ensure children's needs are met.

To be a successful candidate for this role you must have the following:

• Experience of direct work with Children.
• Full UK Drivers License.

If you think you've got what it takes to succeed, or would love to find out more information, either

• Hit the apply button now and follow the steps
• Contact Sophie on

Here at Spencer Clarke Group, we pride ourselves on connecting you with the best career opportunities; our experienced Consultants have extensive market knowledge in Children's Services and will also provide expert career advice along the way.

We also have a market leading referral scheme of up to £250* so if you know of someone who may also be looking for an exciting career opportunity, ask them to contact Sophie at Spencer Clarke Group.

*T's & C's apply.