School Social Worker

Turves Green Boys' School, Birmingham, West Midlands, B31 4BS

7 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  2 July 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  23 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £37,443.00 - £39,230.00 Annually (FTE)

School Social Worker job summary

School Social Worker

Turves Green Boys' School - Turves Green, Northfield, Birmingham, B31 4BS

37 Hours | Term Time + 2 weeks | Monday to Friday  

Start Date: September 2026

Starting Salary (pro rata): £34, 008..41 | FTE £37,443

The role:

At Turves Green Boys' School we are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and qualified Social Worker to join our pastoral team. The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting pupils and families, working collaboratively with multi-agency teams to manage complex cases and deliver high-quality outcomes.

To be successfully shortlisted for this role, you must:

• Hold a certificate of Qualified Social Worker (CQSW), Diploma in Social Work (DipSW), Social Work Degree or other qualification as recognised by the current Social Work Regulatory Body.
• Have up to date registration & comply with requirements of current Social Work Regulatory body.
• Be able to work with multi-agencies as necessary to deal with complex situations and manage boundaries in partnership working.
• Show the ability to communicate effectively in working relationships and with pupils as well as being an open, honest, and active listener.
• Be able to remain calm when under pressure and have a strong level of judgement.

Please see the job description for the exact duties, skills and experience required.  

About us:  

Turves Green Boys’ School is dedicated to helping every pupil reach their full potential through a no-excuses culture, where progression to top universities, sought-after apprenticeships, or skilled employment is the norm. While innovative in many areas, the school maintains traditional values of discipline, manners, and respect, with high expectations embodied in its motto, “success through endeavour.” Alongside academic achievement, the school focuses on developing personal qualities and values, offering plentiful opportunities beyond the classroom for pupils to fully engage and thrive.

We are committed to fostering a culture that values the health and well-being of all employees at Matrix Academy Trust. We are proud to offer a comprehensive well-being package to all employees, including access to 24/7 online GP, physiotherapy services and counselling services. We also offer all employees annual health checks which includes the flu jab, BMI checks and a general discussion with a qualified Nurse.  

To apply directly, please complete our application form on My New Term.

You may also wish to contact Headteacher Mr Walker postbox@tgbs.co.uk to arrange an informal look at the school.

Application Deadline: 2nd July 2026

Please note that suitable candidates will be called for interview and we reserve the right to remove any advertised role early. 

Matrix Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS clearance and pre-employment checks in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Turves Green Boys' School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 538 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Turves Green Boys' School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/turves-green-boys-school-birmingham

Ofsted Good provider.

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