Family Support Worker/Ipswich/£15-18 P/H

Prospero Health & Social Care - Chelmsford; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates

Flexible temporary assignments

Make a difference in children's lives

Job summary

Prospero Health and Social Care is seeking an experienced Children's Support Worker in Ipswich to support vulnerable children and families. You will work across settings to promote resilience, safety, and positive development, in collaboration with families, schools, social workers, and healthcare professionals.

This temporary role offers flexible assignments, competitive hourly rates (£15-£18), and the chance to make a real difference in local children's lives.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months experience working with children and young people in a support role.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection principles.
• Ability to work flexibly across different settings.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support vulnerable children and young people to build resilience and positive coping strategies.
• Collaborate with families, schools, social workers and healthcare professionals to achieve best outcomes.
• Deliver high-quality support to children and families in need on a flexible basis.

Skills

Experience with children

Safeguarding

Flexible work

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Children's Support Workers

Location: Ipswich (Suffolk)

Pay Rate: GBP15 - GBP18 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

About Us

Prospero Health and Social Care is a trusted provider of staffing solutions across the UK, with extensive experience in the health and social care sector. We are currently seeking experienced Children's Support Workers to join our team in Suffolk.

Role Overview

As a Children's Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting vulnerable children and young people, helping them build resilience and develop positive coping strategies. You will work closely with families, schools, social workers, and healthcare professionals to ensure the best outcomes for service users. This is a flexible role ideal for professionals committed to delivering high-quality support to children and families in need.

Requirements

• At least 6 months experience working with children and young people in a support role
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection principles
• Ability to work flexibly across different settings
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Please note: We cannot offer employment for sponsorship or Skilled Worker visas for this role

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rates (£15 ph - £18 ph)
• Flexible temporary assignments
• Opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and families