Community Care Worker — Support Families & Children

Derbyshire County Council; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave & flexi-time

Travel expenses

Discount on leisure centre memberships

Free car parking at most sites

In-house counselling service

Occupational health service

Sessions with a trained physioterapist

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Derbyshire County Council is seeking a motivated Community Care Worker to join the Children with Disabilities Services. The role offers progression and development, access to an extensive benefits package, and the chance to make a real difference for children and families.

You will work within a busy social work team, supported by a Practice Supervisor and Team Manager, handling assessments and direct work with children. The salary starts at £30,700 with annual increments to £32,737 pro rata.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Care or equivalent, or willing to work towards once in post.
• Experience of creating rapport and building effective relationships with families.
• Knowledge of Child Protection, child development and parenting abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent assessment and IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Parenting assessments
• Supporting family time
• Direct work with children
• Supporting plans for children and families.
• Engaging with other agencies and partner organisations

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Experience with families

Knowledge of Child Protection

IT skills

Rapport building

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Care or equivalent

Job description

Derbyshire County Council is seeking a motivated Community Care Worker to join the Children with Disabilities Services. The role offers progression and development, access to an extensive benefits package, and the chance to make a real difference for children and families.

You will work within a busy social work team, supported by a Practice Supervisor and Team Manager, handling assessments and direct work with children. The salary starts at £30,700 with annual increments to £32,737 pro rata.