Social Work Assistant – Birmingham Children’s Trust – #OR106786

Job Description

Birmingham Children’s Trust is seeking a Social Work Assistant (SWA) to support qualified social workers in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and young people across Birmingham.

Based in Aston (B6 4DU), you will hold an allocated casework role, collecting and analysing information, completing statutory assessments, and providing practical day-to-day support to children and families. You will liaise with professionals and partner agencies to ensure joined-up service delivery, and maintain accurate case records and reports in line with statutory and organisational requirements.

The role is supervised by a Team Manager or Senior Practitioner and is subject to an enhanced DBS/ISA check. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.

Pay rate: £13.70–£17.65 per hour. Start date: 13 July 2026, sourced via Prism.

If you have experience supporting children’s social care teams and are committed to achieving positive outcomes for children and young people, please get in touch today.

What’s on offer:

* Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly
* Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders
* A desirable location with great transport links
* A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environment

Why join Semester.co.uk?

* Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills
* Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in-house payroll
* Enhanced DBS processing included
* Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support
* Access to a wide range of opportunities in your chosen location

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