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Family Time Worker
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Posted:
15 August 2026 (23 days ago)
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Application Deadline:
12 November 2026
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
3 months contract with a local authority
Rate: 17.75/HR Umbrella
Summary
- The Family Time Worker is essential in aiding children young people and their families by organizing overseeing and evaluating Family Time sessions. This role is crucial in ensuring these sessions are conducted safely and positively aligning with the childrens care plans to enhance their welfare and emotional well-being.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and oversee Family Time sessions involving children young people parents and key family members.
- Ensure all sessions adhere to care plans and meet safeguarding standards.
- Foster a secure child-focused environment prioritizing childrens welfare.
- Offer both emotional and practical support to children and families during sessions.
- Organize and manage final farewell Family Time arrangements when necessary.
- Objectively observe and document interactions between children and family members.
- Compile comprehensive observational reports assessments and records after each session.
- Assist Social Workers with parenting assessments through evidence collection and reporting.
- Prepare court statements and serve as a witness in court proceedings as needed.
- Provide written and verbal contributions to review meetings care planning sessions and statutory reviews.
Requirements
- Experience in working with children young people and families in social care education family support or safeguarding settings.
- Proficiency in observing documenting and reporting on child and family interactions.
- Background in supporting vulnerable children and families.
- Possession of a Level 3 qualification in Childcare Children and Young Peoples Services Health & Social Care Family Support or a related field; or substantial relevant experience in a child and family setting.
Additional Information
- Contract Duration: 3 months with a possibility of extension.
- Rate: 17.75 per hour (Umbrella).
- Working Hours: 37 hours per week with potential evening and Saturday shifts.
- Location: Willow House 2 Chelmsley Circle Chelmsley Wood B37 5UH.
- Hybrid Work Policy: Primarily office-based suitable for candidates residing nearby.
- Payment Schedule: Bi-weekly.
- Application Deadline: Apply as soon as possible due to the imminent closing date.
Required Skills:
The Family Time Worker plays a vital role in supporting children young people and families by facilitating supervising and assessing Family Time arrangements
Required Education:
The Family Time Worker plays a vital role in supporting children young people and families by facilitating supervising and assessing Family Time arrangements
