Family Support Worker

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working Options

Locum Benefits

Professional Development

Supportive Team Environment

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel is seeking a Family Support Worker in Bootle to support children and families within the community and at home. The role offers flexible Full Time and Part Time hours with competitive hourly pay and a strong emphasis on safeguarding and multi-agency collaboration.

You will work directly with children and families, conduct welfare checks, and support protective services under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Engage with children aged 0-25 and contribute to ongoing assessments, care planning, and reviews focusing on a child-centred approach.
• Undertake direct work with children, young people, and families in their homes and the community to promote positive outcomes aligned with individual care plans.
• Facilitate and supervise contact for children and young people with birth family members, providing transport and assessment as needed.
• Identify and assess levels of risk and need, delivering protective services with the support of management for children at risk or in need.
• Communicate effectively and confidently across different contexts.
• Conduct home visits and welfare checks, ensuring community safeguarding while reporting risks according to policies and procedures.
• Offer emergency support, including immediate home tasks, overnight stays, and logistical help such as shopping for essentials.
• Support social workers during Child Protection Enquiries and assist in emergency protection measures.
• Advise and refer families to other services like financial support and welfare rights as part of the care planning.
• Contribute to family court-directed work and support children’s involvement in decision making about their lives.
• Foster the wellbeing and resilience of youths, guiding them in developing their emotional identity and self-esteem.
• Deliver inclusive practice with respect to identity and diversity and work collaboratively within multi-agency frameworks.
• Enter and maintain high-quality information on children’s databases.
• Support social workers with practical tasks and participate in developmental opportunities.

Job description

Step into an exciting role as a Family Support Worker in Bootle where every day brings new opportunities to make a real difference. Earn £22.68 per hour in an ongoing position that offers both full time and part time hours to suit your lifestyle.

Perks and benefits:

• Flexible Working Options: This role offers the flexibility of Full Time and Part Time positions, allowing you to balance work with personal commitments.
• Locum Benefits: Enjoy the variety and freedom that comes with locum work, giving you the chance to gain diverse experience while benefiting from competitive hourly rates.
• Professional Development: Excellent opportunities for professional development and training, keeping you at the top of your game.
• Supportive Team Environment: Be part of a dynamic team dedicated to supporting families.

What you will do:

• Engage with children aged 0-25 and contribute to ongoing assessments, care planning, and reviews focusing on a child-centred approach.
• Undertake direct work with children, young people, and families in their homes and the community to promote positive outcomes aligned with individual care plans.
• Facilitate and supervise contact for children and young people with birth family members, providing transport and assessment as needed.
• Identify and assess levels of risk and need, delivering protective services with the support of management for children at risk or in need.
• Communicate effectively and confidently across different contexts.
• Conduct home visits and welfare checks, ensuring community safeguarding while reporting risks according to policies and procedures.
• Offer emergency support, including immediate home tasks, overnight stays, and logistical help such as shopping for essentials.
• Support social workers during Child Protection Enquiries and assist in emergency protection measures.
• Advise and refer families to other services like financial support and welfare rights as part of the care planning.
• Contribute to family court-directed work and support children’s involvement in decision making about their lives.
• Foster the wellbeing and resilience of youths, guiding them in developing their emotional identity and self-esteem.
• Deliver inclusive practice with respect to identity and diversity and work collaboratively within multi-agency frameworks.
• Enter and maintain high-quality information on children’s databases.
• Support social workers with practical tasks and participate in developmental opportunities.

Working in Bootle not only offers the chance to make a tangible impact in the community but also allows you to enjoy the rich culture and friendly atmosphere of this vibrant town. With its welcoming community and scenic surroundings, Bootle is a great place to work and call home. Join us and be part of something truly rewarding.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel

Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.