Family Support Worker

Leaders In Care Ltd; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's residential service provider in Bournemouth is seeking a compassionate Family Support Worker to support families in a residential setting. The role includes supervising family contact sessions and providing emotional assistance. Full training is provided, making this a great opportunity for those entering the social care field. Competitive pay ranges from £13.50 to £15.00 per hour, with flexible hours available.

Benefits

Supportive, trauma-informed workplace

Full induction and ongoing training

Regular reflective supervision

Career development opportunities

Access to wellbeing and EAP support

Competitive pay

Qualifications

• Experience in family support, social care or similar work is desirable.
• Ability to build trusting relationships and communicate well.
• Willingness to work towards NVQ Level 3.

Responsibilities

• Supervise family contact sessions and support parents in a residential assessment centre.
• Provide practical and emotional help to families at home or in the community.
• Keep accurate records and support safeguarding and assessment work.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent

Job description

Residential Setting | Supoportive management | Training and development opportunities | Family Support

Family Support Worker - £13.50-£15.00 Depending on experience
Hours: Flexible – full-time, 36 hours / week

We’re looking for caring and reliable people to support families in a residential children's service based in Bournemouth. You will supervise family contact sessions, support parents in a residential assessment centre, or provide practical and emotional help to families at home or in the community. You will be working closely with families, keeping accurate records, and supporting safeguarding and assessment work.

The ideal candidate will be compassionate, patient, and motivated to help families achieve positive change. You can build trusting relationships, communicate well, and work flexibly. Experience in family support, social care or similar work is desirable, but full training is provided.

Further Benefits:

• Supportive, trauma-informed workplace
• Full induction and ongoing training
• Regular reflective supervision
• Career development opportunities
• Access to wellbeing and EAP support
• Competitive pay - £13.50-£15/h

For this role, an NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent is desirable. But not to worry, if you don't have this but are willing to work towards it, you will still be considered.

If you would like any further information call Chris on 07897 024978. Or to apply just email an up to date CV over to [e-mail].