Family Support Worker - ABS48876

Aberdeenshire Council; Ellon; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supervision and development

Trauma-informed training

Local authority terms and conditions

Job summary

Aberdeenshire Council’s Ellon Children & Families Team is seeking a compassionate Family Support Worker to join our team across Ellon and the Formartine area. You will work with children, young people and families, building trusted relationships and supporting positive outcomes while collaborating with partner agencies.

The role involves direct work with young people, supporting family time, and helping families overcome challenges at home. PVG scheme checks and pre-employment checks apply.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, resilient and approachable mindset.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, young people and families.
• Ability to work independently within a supportive team.
• Willingness to engage with partner agencies and meetings.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with families and support children to achieve positive outcomes.
• Help parents and carers make lasting changes.
• Direct work with a young person when required.
• Support family time and wellbeing activities.
• Attend meetings with partner agencies and contribute to plans.
• Assist families in overcoming challenges at home.

Skills

Compassionate

Relationship-building

Independent worker

Team player

Tools

PVG Scheme requirement

Overseas Criminal Record Check

Job description

At Ellon Children & Families Team, we believe every child deserves to feel safe, supported and loved.

We're looking for a compassionate and motivated Family Support Worker to join our friendly team and work alongside children, young people and families across Ellon and the wider Formartine area.

This is a varied and rewarding role where you'll build relationships with families, support children to achieve positive outcomes and help parents and carers make lasting changes. No two days are the same. One day you might be carrying out direct work with a young person, the next supporting family time, attending meetings with partner agencies or helping a family overcome challenges at home.

We're looking for someone who:

Enjoys working with children, young people and families. Builds positive and trusting relationships. Is compassionate, resilient and approachable. Can work independently whilst being part of a supportive team. Is committed to achieving the best outcomes for children.

In return, we offer:

A welcoming and supportive team environment. Regular supervision and development opportunities. Training in trauma-informed and relationship-based practice. A rewarding role where you can see the difference your work makes every day. Competitive local authority terms and conditions.

Why Ellon?

Ellon offers the best of both worlds, vibrant communities, beautiful countryside, stunning coastline and easy access to Aberdeen. Based within Ellon Family Centre, you'll join a passionate team dedicated to helping local children and families thrive.

If you're passionate about supporting children and families and want a role that truly makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Informal enquiries to: Karen Sales 01467534546

Requirements

This post is regulated work with Children and/or Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

This post has a minimum requirement of one reference, which must be your current or most recent employer.