Children & Family Support Worker (2 posts) - REQ04199

North Lanarkshire Council; Airdrie; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Children & Family Support Workers to join their locality-based team in Airdrie. This role involves supporting children, young people, and their families, ensuring effective engagement and communication while developing intervention programs tailored to individual needs. You will work closely with various agencies to manage risks and foster positive relationships. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of vulnerable individuals, backed by a supportive organization committed to professional development and community welfare.

Benefits

27 days annual leave

6 public holidays

Access to learning and development opportunities

Disability Confident Leader benefits

Guaranteed interviews for armed forces community members

Qualifications

• Experience working with vulnerable young people and their families is essential.
• Must work towards SVQ Level 3 in Social Care or HNC in Social Care.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement intervention programs for children and families.
• Prepare reports on assessments and plans within specified timescales.
• Work collaboratively with other agencies to support vulnerable children.

Skills

Communication Skills

Engagement Techniques

Risk Assessment

Education

SVQ Level 3 in Social Care

HNC in Social Care

Job description

Children & Family Support Worker (2 Posts)

Salary: £33,558 - £38,811 per year

Contract Type: Permanent

Position Type: Full Time

Hours: 35 hours per week

Application Process: Applications for this job cannot be made online. Please refer to the advert for further information. INTERNAL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY VIA MYSELF. This vacancy is internal and open to applications from employees of North Lanarkshire Council and Associated Employers* only. The "Apply now" button is not activated for this role. Please log into your MySelf account for further instructions on how to apply as an internal candidate.

*Fusion Assets, NLP LLP

Role Overview

We are currently recruiting Children & Family Support Workers to join our locality-based team in Airdrie. The roles involve supporting children, young people, and their families in line with the Children Services Plan for North Lanarkshire and The Promise (The Independent Care Review). As a member of our Children & Families team, and in partnership with other agencies, you will develop positive professional relationships with children, young people, and their families, focusing on effective engagement and communication. You will undertake assessments, develop plans, and work with other agencies to identify, assess, and manage risks.

Responsibilities

1. Develop and implement intervention programs on an individual, group, and family basis.
2. Prepare reports on assessments, plans, and interventions within specified timescales.
3. Engage positively with children, young people, and families, demonstrating excellent communication skills.
4. Work collaboratively with other agencies to support vulnerable children and young people.

Qualifications & Experience

• SVQ level 3 or HNC in Social Care or equivalent is essential.
• Must work towards SVQ Level 3 in Social Care or HNC in Social Care if not already possessed, within a defined timeframe.
• Extended experience working with vulnerable young people and their families/carers is essential.
• Experience of individual/family or group work and knowledge of the Social Work role is desirable.
• Must become a full PVG scheme member prior to starting.

Benefits & Additional Information

North Lanarkshire Council offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 27 days annual leave, 6 public holidays, and access to learning and development opportunities through LearnNL. We are a Disability Confident Leader and support armed forces community members with guaranteed interviews. We are committed to #KeepingThePromise for care-experienced individuals.

For alternative application formats, please call 01698 403151. Easy Read documents explaining the process are available at Easy Read – My NL.

Important: We do not accept CVs in place of the application form. To be considered, ensure you submit an application form; CV submissions will be disregarded.