Family Time Support Worker (Flexible Evenings)

Service Care; Marston Green; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Evenings & Saturdays

Job summary

Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking two Family Time Workers to supervise family contact sessions, observe interactions and provide support to children, parents and families in the Children’s Services team.

You will ensure child safety, record observations, and work with social workers to support care planning. The role requires a driving licence and flexibility for evenings and Saturdays, with a 37-hour week and an initial 3-month contract.

Qualifications

• Clear written and verbal communication with families and professionals.
• Good understanding of safeguarding and children welfare.
• Ability to work flexibly including evenings and Saturdays.
• Must hold a valid driving licence and have access to a car.

Responsibilities

• Supervise family contact sessions and ensure children's safety.
• Record accurate observations and reports to support care planning.
• Provide practical and emotional support to children, parents and families.
• Work with social workers and other professionals to meet children's needs.
• Transport children to and from family time venues when required.

Skills

Communication skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Flexible working

Driving licence

Education

A Level 3 qualification

Job description

Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking two Family Time Workers to supervise family contact sessions, observe interactions and provide support to children, parents and families in the Children’s Services team.

You will ensure child safety, record observations, and work with social workers to support care planning. The role requires a driving licence and flexibility for evenings and Saturdays, with a 37-hour week and an initial 3-month contract.