Family Support Worker (permanent)

Slough Children First; Chalvey; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development opportunities

Agile working

Flexible working policies

Friendly environment and colleagues

Job summary

Slough Children First is seeking a Family Support Worker to conduct whole family assessments and prepare detailed written reports. The role involves intensive one-to-one and group work with parents, children and young people from complex families.

The position offers targeted supervision, development opportunities and a supportive team in a hybrid setup with at least three office days. The role is permanent, full-time, located in Slough, with a salary of £36,508 - £40,958 per year and a

Qualifications

• Experience of intensive one to one work with parents, children and young people from complex families.
• Conducting comprehensive whole family assessments and producing written reports detailing family assessments.

Skills

One-to-one work

Group work

Written reports

Job description

Do you have experience of intensive one to one work and group work with parents, children and young people from complex families? If so, then now is an exciting time to join Slough Children First as we look to recruit family support workers to our Children With Disabilities service.

As a Family Support Worker, your role requires conducting comprehensive whole family assessments and produce appropriate written reports detailing family assessments.

You'll benefit from working in a team that provides supervision, support and development opportunities and you will be a part of our journey to improve the lives of children and families in Slough.

We work on a hybrid basis, with a minimum of 3 days per week based in the office.

You're Looking For a New Challenge And Want To Be Part Of An Exciting Journey To Turn Children's Services Around In Slough, Then Come And Join Us. In Return, We Can Offer You

• Training and development opportunities
• Agile working supported by technology
• Flexible working policies
• Friendly working environment and great colleagues.

Slough is one of the UK's most diverse and well-connected towns, offering a vibrant place to live and work just outside London. Ongoing regeneration and investment have enhanced local amenities, public spaces and employment opportunities, while the cost of living remains more affordable than central London. With direct trains to Central London in under 20 minutes and excellent road links via the M4, M25 and M40, Slough is an accessible and welcoming location to build your career.

Our Values and Commitment

We are driven by our vision to ensure Happy, Safe & Loved, Thriving children and young people. Our work is guided by strong values - being child focused, honest and respectful, improving constantly, looking ahead, and delivering together.

We are looking for people who share these values and are passionate about making a positive difference. In return, we offer a supportive, inclusive environment where collaboration, learning and care truly matter.

If this reflects who you are, we would love to hear from you!

Family Support Worker (permanent)

Observatory house, 25 Windsor road, Slough, Berkshire, United Kingdom

SL1 2EL

£36,508 - £40,958 (including local weighting) per year

Permanent - Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Closing date: 20/09/2026

Job reference: DR1675883ObsFSW