? Family Support Worker – Children’s Social Care ? Worcestershire area

Are you passionate about supporting children and families to thrive, even at their most challenging moments? Do you believe in early intervention, strength-based practice and keeping families together wherever possible?

We’re recruiting a Family Support Worker to work closely with children, young people and families where there is a Child in Need Plan in place, including those on the edge of care. This is a hands-on, rewarding role where your work will directly help keep children safe, supported and within their family networks.

? What you’ll be doing As a Family Support Worker, you will:

*Deliver direct work with children (including babies and pre-school children), parents and carers


*Support families through assessment, planning and review processes


*Provide practical parenting support and guidance, modelling positive parenting skills


*Work with families experiencing high levels of risk or potential family breakdown


*Empower parents and carers to take responsibility for meeting their children’s needs


*Contribute to safeguarding and risk management, helping to prevent escalation


*Work collaboratively with Social Workers and partner agencies as part of the Team Around the Family


*Maintain high-quality case records and reports in line with safeguarding procedures


*Work flexibly, including some evenings and weekends, based on family needs


? What we’re looking for Essential:

*Significant experience working with children and families


*Experience delivering family support and parenting interventions


*Strong understanding of child development


*Knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Children Act


*Ability to assess risk, work in challenging situations and undertake lone working


*Excellent communication, observation and report-writing skills


*NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent experience) in Childcare, Early Years, Social Care or similar


*Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle during the working day


Desirable:

*Experience with child protection procedures


*Experience working with babies and pre-school children


*Familiarity with electronic case management systems (e.g. Liquid Logic)


*First Aid training and knowledge of equality & diversity


? Why this role? *Make a real, visible difference to children and families


*Work within a supportive, multi-disciplinary environment


*Use creativity, relationship-based practice and professional judgement


*Develop your skills through ongoing training and development


? How to apply To apply or request further information, please contact:

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