• About The Role

  • Are you a motivated and experienced leader ready to make a real impact?

    We’re looking for a dynamic Team Leader to guide our Placements Business Support team. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a fast-paced, dedicated group focused on delivering efficient, high-quality placement services that support children, young people and families with internal and external provision of Foster Carers, Residential Services and Supported accommodation.

    In this role, you will lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the Placements Business Support team, ensuring the delivery of timely, accurate, and high-quality administrative support.

    You will be the first point of contact for complex queries, handling them effectively or escalating as appropriate. A key part of the role involves developing and implementing efficient processes and systems to enhance service delivery.

    You will support the ongoing development of your team through coaching, supervision, and performance management, while also ensuring strict compliance with safeguarding procedures, data protection regulations, and all relevant legislation. Building and maintaining strong working relationships with internal teams, external providers, and key stakeholders will be essential to your success.
     
    About You
    • Proven/Extensive experience leading teams in business support or administrative environments.
    • Proven/Strong background in staff management
    • Experience in a social care background is advantageous.
    • Excellent organisational and time management skills
    • Confident communicator with the ability to influence and motivate.
    • Detail-oriented, proactive, and solution-focused.
    • Proficient in IT, including Microsoft Office and case management systems.
    Interview date: circa w/c 16th June.
  • About Us

  • Help us to change children and young people’s lives!

    At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.

    Why Join Us?

    • Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.
    • Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.
    • Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
    • Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.

    Our Values

    We approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.

    We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.

    We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.

    Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.

    Safeguarding

    At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

    Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.

    The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people.

    We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence.

    Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.

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