West Midlands Social Care recruitment agency listing

The West Midlands constitutes the second-largest conurbation in the UK. It includes the cities of Birmingham and Coventry as well as the towns of Wolverhampton and West Bromwich.

This area of the country is one of stark contrasts, as big business and industry are found alongside poverty and crime in many areas. Social care in the region plays a big part in the lives of residents, and roles such as social work, healthcare provision and mobile catering ensure that people get the help they need in their own homes. Other opportunities for employment in social care can be found with youth work, social inclusion projects and occupational therapy.

Key employers

Birmingham City Council and other local authorities are responsible for the majority of social care projects in the area, but local recruitment agencies will also have staff vacancies with leading charitable organisations and schemes funded by local government. The local NHS trusts in the West Midlands are also significant employers. This is an area that has some serious social problems which are expertly dealt with by care professionals on a daily basis, so applicants will need to demonstrate excellent communication skills and the ability to work under severe pressure.

Salaries

Salaries in the West Midlands vary. Support workers, auxiliary nurses and home-carers are often paid by the hour. Senior social workers in the area, however, can expect to receive a salary of between £30,000 and £60,000, depending on specific responsibilities and seniority.