Family Support Worker — Transform Children and Families

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

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.