Families First Support Worker

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council; Ebbw Vale; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Support Worker to engage with vulnerable families. The role involves delivering support packages, conducting assessments, and coordinating interventions. Candidates must have a Level 3 qualification in Social Care, experience with children, and a flexible approach to working hours. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within the community.

Qualifications

• Proven experience of working with children in a community setting.
• Experience of working with other agencies and undertaking assessments.
• Good understanding of child development and related legislation.

Responsibilities

• Identify and assess needs of vulnerable families.
• Deliver parenting support programmes.
• Chair meetings to develop Family Support Plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Flexibility

Education

Level 3 qualification in Social Care

Level 1 & 2 in Safeguarding

Job description

Overview

Families First is looking to recruit an experienced and dedicated Support Worker who will be responsible for the identification and assessment of need, the delivery of interventions and the engagement of vulnerable families within Blaenau Gwent.

The successful candidate will coordinate and deliver bespoke early intervention packages of support to enable families to become confident, nurturing, resilient and safe.

Responsibilities

The Social Services Directorate – Children’s Services are looking to recruit a multi‑skilled professional to work with families in need of support. You will deliver a comprehensive parenting support programme to meet individual needs and increase positive outcomes, undertake family assessments and chair meetings to develop Family Support Plans.

You will communicate effectively with children and young people, be flexible in your working hours to meet the needs of children and their families and undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade and role.

Qualifications

The role requires a relevant Level 3 or above professional qualification in Social Care, and Level 1 & 2 in Safeguarding along with proven experience of working with children in a community setting.

Experience of working with other agencies, undertaking assessments and delivering interventions, with a good understanding of child development and sound working knowledge of legislation, guidance and standards related to children’s support services is essential.

Additional requirements

Access to a vehicle for work purposes is a requirement of the role.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A comprehensive pre‑employment screening process will be undertaken which will include an Enhanced Disclosure with Child and Adult Barred List.

Benefits & Conditions

For information on the re‑employment and re‑engagement of former employees please refer to the Council’s Pay Policy.

About us

At Blaenau Gwent, we are passionate about the work we do and the impact we have. We empower our staff to make meaningful changes and take action to enhance our services.

For more information

For further information or if you would like to have an information discussion, please contact Cari Rofer.

Closing and Interview Dates

Closing Date: 13/11/2025 at 12:00 midnight
Interview Date: 27/11/25