Job Description

Your new company

Birmingham City Council are looking to recruit 2 Social Workers for their 'No Recourse to Public Funds Team' (NRPF).

Your new role

This is an exciting opportunity for experienced social workers to join a stable and supportive NRPF team who are passionate & committed to providing the best decisions and care for citizens of Birmingham.NRPF provides information and signposting services to vulnerable people who are unable to access statutory services across Birmingham. Providing assessments, information regarding welfare benefits, housing support and adult social care support.As a Social Worker, you will have substantial experience and working knowledge of adult social work and have knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Human rights Act 1998 and Immigration and Asylum Act 1999.

You will be required to carry out face-to-face reviews with citizens who are seeking asylum and be willing to travel to hospitals, community and residential homes.The team is exceptionally highly functioning and well-supported by Senior Practitioners and Team Managers. Hybrid working.

What you'll need to succeed

To be successful you will require, a Social Work qualification (BA Social Work, CQSW, DipSW, CSS or CCETSW approved equivalent). Current professional registration with Social Work England and a minimum of 1 year's experience working with adults in a Social work positionGood assessment skills and knowledge of legislation that underpin Social Work.

What you'll get in return

Working with Hays, you will receive a bespoke specialist recruitment service with your own personal consultant. In addition, you will receive:

Lifelong career partner with over 16 years of recruitment expertise

Specialist in Adult Social Work Recruitment

Recruitment partner for Birmingham, Sandwell, Solihull and Coventry Councils

Exclusive access to the latest Qualified Social work vacancies

Helping you upskill through our My Learning platform, network forums and resources

Transparency on timesheet/payroll platform - Option to be paid PAYE or Umbrella Ltd

Support for CV writing and interview skills

*£250 reward for referring another Qualified Social Worker, who we then place.

You will be offered a competitive salary, but this is dependent on experience with scope for negotiation.What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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