Senior Social Worker - Homeless Young Person's

Our client Birmingham's Children's Trust is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join their Homeless Young Person's team.

Key Responsibilities:

Assessment and Decision-Making

• Carry out timely, child-centred assessments under Section 17 and Section 20 of the Children Act 1989 for 16- and 17-year-olds who present as homeless or at risk.
• Determine whether a young person is a 'child in need' and whether they require accommodation under Section 20.
• Ensure young people are fully informed of their legal rights, including entitlements if accepted as a looked after child.

Safeguarding and Planning

• Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns, including risks of exploitation, abuse, self-harm, or neglect.
• Develop robust child in need plans, care plans, and, where applicable, pathway plans in partnership with the young person.
• Promote the voice of the young person and involve them meani...