Flexible Family Support & Safeguarding Officer

EMAP Publishing Limited; West Bridgford; Vor Ort; GBP 23.000 - 32.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Nottinghamshire County Council is seeking a Family Help Officer to support children and families within the Children and Families Department. The role focuses on safeguarding, assessing needs, and coordinating support from partner agencies in a strengths-based approach.

Location: West Bridgford, Nottinghamshire. In this permanent position you will handle referrals, assess risks, plan safety measures, and work with professionals to provide timely help while maintaining detailed case records.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Children's Social Care, Early Help Services, or Customer Services.
• Good general education, ideally up to NVQ level 3 or equivalent.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance affecting children and families.
• Strong analytical skills to assess risks and make informed decisions.

Aufgaben

• Receive and triage referrals from professionals, families, and the public regarding child protection and safeguarding.
• Assess needs and risks of children and families, considering available support options.
• Develop and implement safety planning to mitigate risks and protect vulnerable children.
• Adopt a strengths-based approach, recognizing and building on family strengths and support networks.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary professionals to provide timely and effective support.
• Maintain accurate records to track progress and services delivered.

Kenntnisse

Excellent communication

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Ausbildung

NVQ level 3 or equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

Nottinghamshire County Council is seeking a Family Help Officer to support children and families within the Children and Families Department. The role focuses on safeguarding, assessing needs, and coordinating support from partner agencies in a strengths-based approach.

Location: West Bridgford, Nottinghamshire. In this permanent position you will handle referrals, assess risks, plan safety measures, and work with professionals to provide timely help while maintaining detailed case records.