Family Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated professionals to provide vital services to children and families. This role emphasizes improving outcomes through practical parenting support and collaboration with families and other professionals. You will plan, deliver, and evaluate effective programs that foster development in a nurturing environment. With a focus on safeguarding and confidentiality, you will manage a diverse caseload and contribute to positive changes in the community. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

£250 referral bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience working with young children and families.
• Experience in preparing reports and assessments related to children.

Responsibilities

• Providing services to children and families to improve outcomes.
• Planning and delivering work with children and parents in a caring environment.
• Managing a caseload of complex and non-complex cases.

Skills

Childcare

Parenting Support

Report Preparation

Assessment Skills

First Aid

Education

Qualification in Childcare, Education, Health, or Social Care

Job description

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Our Mission

• Providing a broad range of services aimed at supporting families by improving family relationships, enhancing parenting skills, and breaking negative cycles.
• Promoting positive and healthy outcomes for children and young people.
• Ensuring safeguarding at all times.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Providing services to children and families to improve outcomes for all children.
• Planning, delivering, and evaluating work with children and parents, both in groups and individually, in a stimulating and caring environment that promotes overall development.
• Offering practical parenting support through home visits and outreach work, and conducting direct work with children and families on issues identified by agencies, using recognized parenting programmes.
• Setting individual targets and intervention programmes based on assessments, providing support and advice within home visits or group settings.
• Collaborating with parents, families, and other professionals to support and encourage parents in overcoming difficulties.
• Delivering approved parenting support programmes.
• Maintaining confidentiality in accordance with Havering’s policies and procedures.
• Managing a caseload of complex and non-complex cases and attending court to provide case information as required, depending on competence and experience.

Requirements:

• A relevant qualification in childcare, education, health, or social care.
• Minimum of 2 years experience working with young children and families.
• Experience in preparing reports and assessments related to children, including court presentations.
• Experience in working with families on practical parenting tasks and delivering parenting programmes.
• Qualification in First Aid or willingness to obtain it.
• Ability to travel between Local Authority sites within the London Borough of Havering.
• Enhanced DBS check within the last 12 months. Consider joining the update service for faster processing.

Working with Archer Resourcing

We have extensive experience in helping professionals find exciting roles. We operate across the UK and have strong relationships with major employers in UK social care, giving you the best chance to land your next role.

Due to high application volumes, we may not respond to all applications. Your CV may be kept on file for future opportunities.

We also offer a £250 referral bonus for referring interested candidates.