Project Worker- Edge Of Care Service

Birmingham City Council

Birmingham, United Kingdom
Not specified; benefits: generous annual leave (30...
On-site
Experience working with families in crisis
Ability to work within home environments
Understanding of child development complexities
The role involves providing direct and intensive support to children aged 8-18 and their families to safely prevent them from entering care

Job Summary

  • The role involves providing direct and intensive support to children aged 8-18 and their families to safely prevent them from entering care.
  • Staff must be willing to visit families at least once a week or more frequently during crises, often addressing issues like domestic abuse and trauma.
  • The position offers a generous benefits package including up to 35 days of annual leave, a salary sacrifice car scheme, and a local government pension.

Matching Summary

The role involves providing direct and intensive support to children aged 8-18 and their families to safely prevent them from entering care.

Salary

Not specified; Benefits: Generous annual leave (30-35 days); Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme available

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Experience working with families in crisis
  • Ability to work within home environments
  • Understanding of child development complexities
  • Capacity for intensive direct support
  • Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Nice-to-have

  • Resilience in fast-paced demanding environments
  • Empathy and professional communication skills
  • Commitment to family-centred practice
  • Adaptability to complex family situations

Key Requirements

  • Qualification in NNEB/BTEC/NVQ/Youth Work or equivalent
  • Training in childcare or child development
  • Right to work in the UK without sponsorship
  • Experience in paid or voluntary capacity with children and families

Work Rights

Must have right to work in the UK

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