Family outreach support worker
  • England,North West,Merseyside,Liverpool
  • Full Time, Temporary
  • £27,609 per annum
Job Description:
Family outreach support worker
Hours: 35 hours per week
Pay: £15.17 per hour
Agency: On behalf of P4 Recruitment


About the Role:
We are recruiting a dedicated Outreach Family Support Worker to provide high-quality, home-based Early Help support to children and families using a whole-family approach. This temporary long-term role involves working with children and young people aged 0–25* and their families, helping to prevent the need for statutory intervention and ensuring access to universal services.


You will take whole-case responsibility for complex families, coordinating support, completing Early Help Assessments, and acting as Lead Professional when required. The role includes providing intensive and targeted support, facilitating family engagement, and supporting children and young people with emotional and mental health challenges.






Key Responsibilities:


Case management for complex families stepping down from social care


Conduct Early Help Assessments, coordinate Team Around the Family (TAF) meetings, and monitor progress


Support children and young people with high-risk or complex needs


Deliver practical parenting strategies and de-escalation techniques


Maintain accurate records on electronic systems


Attend supervision, planning meetings, and professional reviews


Promote safeguarding, anti-discriminatory practice, and equality of opportunity


Support supervised contact sessions where required


Requirements:


Relevant Level 3 qualification in Health, Social Care, or Early Help (Level 5 preferred)


Experience working with children, young people, and families in a support or social care role


Knowledge of safeguarding, risk assessment, and family engagement methods


Solution-focused, family-centred approach (e.g., Signs of Safety)


Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team


Excellent communication, record-keeping, and organisational skills


Enhanced DBS required


We Offer:


Competitive pay: £15.17 per hour


35 hours per week


Long-term temporary placement with ongoing support and supervision


Opportunities for professional development


To Apply:
Apply now via P4 Recruitment with your CV and covering letter.
Job number 3379696

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