3 months contract with local authority
Job Description:
Join our dedicated team in working with families to develop longer-term plans reduce risk and build resilience through strong supportive networks. As a Family Support Worker you will have a wide range of responsibilities including supporting children with care and support needs contributing to child protection planning and reviews assisting in court-related processes and helping families identify and achieve their goals. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a team that values kindness consistency and focus in every interaction with children young people and families.
What We re Looking For:
We are particularly interested in candidates who bring hands-on experience in social care settings such as:
- Social work students seeking meaningful summer placements
- Support workers with experience supporting families in complex or challenging circumstances
- Individuals with a background in safeguarding family support or community outreach
Requirements
Requirements:
- Hands-on experience in social care settings
- Background in safeguarding family support or community outreach
Requirements: Full-time availability for a year Ability to work 36 hours per week Resilient and able to thrive in challenging situations Attention to detail and creative problem-solving skills Comfortable with confrontation and able to deal with difficult situations Availability for out-of-hours meetings and lone working Daily use of a car and a full driving license