Family Support Worker

Who You Are

You are a dedicated individual with a passion for supporting families and children. You have experience in social care and are committed to building strong, trusting relationships with families in need.

What the Job Involves

The Family Support Worker role involves assisting qualified social workers in supporting families subject to statutory procedures. Responsibilities include contributing to assessments and care packages, engaging with difficult-to-reach families, providing practical and domestic-based support, delivering Family Time sessions, preparing reports for court proceedings, and collaborating with various agencies to ensure effective service delivery. The role requires flexibility to work evenings and weekends as part of a weekly rota.

Skills

• Case management expertise
• Effective communication and liaison
• Ability to provide domestic-based support
• Skills in building trust and engagement
• Experience with court proceedings and report preparation
• Flexible working approach
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Knowledge of safeguarding policies