Children's Contact Supervisor GBP50-GBP60 Milton Keynes

Prospero Health & Social Care - Chelmsford; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading care agency in Greater London is seeking a passionate Childrens Contact Supervisor. In this part-time role, you will oversee contact sessions to promote positive family relationships while ensuring the child’s welfare. Ideal candidates will have experience working with children and will possess excellent communication skills. Join a team dedicated to safeguarding children and supporting families in need.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children and families.
• Minimum 6 months UK experience with children and families.
• Ability to produce detailed, objective reports.

Responsibilities

• Oversee contact sessions between children and parents.
• Ensure the child’s welfare is always the priority.
• Write clear, accurate reports after each session.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Observational skills

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Pay rate: GBP50 - GBP60 per session

Hours: Part-time, Temporary

Are you passionate about safeguarding and supporting positive relationships between children and their families? Do you have strong interpersonal skills and a keen eye for detail? If so, we invite you to apply for the position of Childrens Contact Supervisor.

About Us: We’ve been supporting childrens services professionals across Kent and the South East for over 25 years, giving you access to a wide range of agency opportunities each year across multiple local authorities and private providers. Whether you’re looking to lead on complex cases or step into a service area that better suits your strengths, this opportunity offers flexibility without compromising on career progression. At Prospero Health & Social Care, we work with trusted services throughout the region. Join us as a Childrens Support Worker and make an immediate difference in the lives of young people in various different settings and locations.

The Role

As a Childrens Contact Supervisor, you will oversee contact sessions between children and their parents or family members in a safe, supervised setting. You will:

• Ensure contact visits are conducted in a safe and structured environment.
• Monitor and assess the quality of interactions, ensuring the child’s welfare is always the priority.
• Support children and their families before, during, and after contact sessions.
• Observe and accurately record interactions, providing detailed reports for social workers or courts when required.
• Intervene sensitively if necessary to redirect or manage difficult situations.
• Promote positive and healthy communication between children and their families.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervising and facilitating contact sessions to promote positive family relationships.
• Ensuring that the needs and welfare of the child remain the focus at all times.
• Writing clear, accurate, and objective reports following each contact session.
• Working closely with social workers, families, and legal professionals as needed.
• Adhering to safeguarding policies and maintaining confidentiality at all times.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children and families
• Must have a minimum 6 months UK experience working with children and families
• Must be able to provide references to cover your current and most previous employers.
• Must have an enhanced Adult and Child DBS registered on the update service or willing to process a new one with Prospero.
• A caring, professional, and impartial approach with strong observational skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to produce detailed, objective reports.
• Patience, resilience, and the ability to manage potentially challenging situations.
• Understanding of safeguarding practices and child protection.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

How to Apply

To apply, please send over a copy of an up to date CV to (url removed)

Be part of a team dedicated to safeguarding children and supporting families in need. Apply today!

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