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Please note this vacancy is only available for Birmingham City Council employees that are under a S188 (Priority Movers and Lateral Movers).

New to Birmingham Officer

Permanent

Grade 3 - £26,409-£32,654.  Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity review  

Working 36.5 hours per week.

The role is hybrid however the post holder would be required to work from Birmingham City Council buildings as business needs dictate.

Are you passionate about supporting children and families who are new to the city? Birmingham City Council is seeking dedicated individuals to join our Children and Families Directorate as New to Birmingham Officers. In this vital role, you will work directly with schools and multi-agency partners to ensure that new arrivals are identified and supported. If you have a strong background in casework, excellent interpersonal skills, and a commitment to safeguarding, we want to hear from you!

As a New to Birmingham Officer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that children new to the city are enrolled in school and attending regularly. You will liaise with schools, social workers, and other partners to address any concerns and provide advice and guidance on the educational status of individual pupils. Your responsibilities will include confirming data with schools, producing reports, and assisting with home visits to engage with families. Your efforts will help improve educational outcomes and ensure the well-being of children in our community.

We are looking for candidates with at least five GCSEs or equivalent experience, and a background in schools, youth services, social care, or local authority services. You should have experience working within statutory timescales, using computerised systems, and handling large amounts of data. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential, as you will be producing professional documents and liaising with a wide range of stakeholders. The ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines is also key for this role.

In return, we offer a supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions will be valued. You will have the opportunity to participate in regular supervision, team meetings, and professional development activities. We are committed to your growth and will provide training to enhance your knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures. By joining our team, you will be making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and their families in Birmingham.

For any informal enquires please contact: Tracey Linton tracey.linton@birmingham.gov.uk

You must upload a Supporting Statement via the attachments part of your application. This is required for shortlisting; you need to describe how your experience and skills fit the essential criteria for the role as specified in the Person Specification. If you do not attach your Supporting Statement, your application will not be considered.

Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer, and we are committed to employing, retaining and developing all of our people.

We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one, so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments, additional support, accessibility needs, or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application.

Interviews for this post will take place in person. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further information

Ref: BCC2767

We welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered.

A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be undertaken.

Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed.

Non-UK applicants (excluding Ireland) would be required to hold a relevant Visa from the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI).

Job Description and Person Specification