Childrens Family Finding Social Worker – Permanence Hub – #OR106082

Job Description

Birmingham Children’s Trust is seeking an experienced Family Finding Social Worker to join the Permanence Hub, based in Aston, Birmingham (B6 4DU). This is a rewarding specialist role focused on securing timely, stable and nurturing family-based placements for children and young people in care, paying between £22.50 and £30.57 per hour. The role begins 1 September 2026.

Working collaboratively with social workers, IROs, fostering teams and placement services, you will undertake proactive and creative family-finding activity to support permanence planning and reduce delay for children awaiting placements. Key responsibilities include developing high-quality, strengths-based child profiles and promotional materials, participating in multi-agency matching forums, building relationships with independent fostering agencies and placement providers, and coordinating family-finding and matching events.

You will bring specialist knowledge of fostering regulations, permanence planning, attachment and trauma-informed practice, alongside strong skills in written assessments, reports and child profiling. Experience working with looked-after children, fostering services or adoption is essential. A relevant professional qualification in Social Work and registration with Social Work England is required.

This is a meaningful opportunity to make a measurable difference to children’s lives by securing the family-based permanence they deserve. Apply now to be considered.

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

Ready to take the next step? Click ‘Apply’ now to express your interest in this role, or explore other exciting opportunities with Semester.co.uk.