Join our Talent Pool Thank you for considering Birmingham Children's Trust.
At Birmingham Children's Trust we aim to be one dedicated team with a single unwavering focus – to improve the outcomes for children, young people and families in Birmingham.
We were last inspected by Ofsted in 2023.
In April 2023 we were recognised by Ofsted as 'Good'.
We recognise that to achieve this we need the best, most talented, innovative and committed people to join us.
You will be part of a diverse and vibrant community of social work and support service professionals who are outcomes focussed and operate with a strong team ethos.
Being part of that team has responsibilities too; we want everyone, no matter what their role in the Trust, to bring their best self to work every day, to engage with the day to day challenges positively and to be supportive of and trust in each other.
We care about our people and that's what will make us an Employer of Choice for social workers, children's services and associated support services.
Competitive rewards Competitive salary.£1,000 incentive payment on joining us if you have up to 3 years practice experience.
(T&C's apply)Up to £8,000 relocation payment (T&Cs apply).
Reimbursement of your SWE registration fees.
Up to £5,000 retention payment for eligible social workers (T&C's apply).
New employee rewards and benefits scheme including car lease scheme.
Refer a qualified social worker and receive £500.
Annual Leave30 days paid annual leave and an additional eight bank holidays.
This increases to 33 days after five years' service, and then 35 days after ten years'Work-life balance If you work for Birmingham Children's Trust, you can join the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
The LGPS is a national scheme covering all local authorities in England and Wales.24/7 Confidential Employee Assistance helpline to support positive mental health and wellbeing Access to online wellbeing sessions Hybrid working pattern.
Excellent career progression Clear and supported career progression.
Innovative programmes including 'Step-Up' and 'Return to Social Work'.
Recognised ASYE programme.
A detailed leadership programme.
Employee engagement workforce groups.
Leadership and management development programme.
Pension scheme If you work for Birmingham Children's Trust, you can join the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
The LGPS is a national scheme covering all local authorities in England and Wales.
Trust contribution to competitive pension 19.4%.
Additional benefits Include subsidised travel passes.
Childcare vouchers.
Cycle to work schemes.
A confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
Access to an employee website offering discounts and cash back on hundreds of retailers.
Shared contribution Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) Pension Scheme (salary sacrifice).
Birmingham Children's Trust is fast becoming a leading destination for work, with many benefits and incentives.
Please register your interest with us via the Talent Pool, or contact us at ****** for an informal chat.