Intensive Family Support Worker

Bryson Group; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Bryson Group is hiring an Intensive Family Support Worker for Bryson Pathways Children’s Service in Belfast. The role involves delivering intensive, home-based support to families with children aged 0–17, with 25 hours per week and out-of-hours visits.

Permanent contract and a salary of £19,929 per year. Requires QCF Level 3 Child Care qualification (or equivalent), at least 1 year of relevant experience, clean driving license, and Access NI disclosure.

Qualifications

• Minimum of QCF Level 3 Child Care qualification or equivalent.
• 1 year paid experience working with children or families.
• Clean drivers’ license and access to transport.
• Access NI Enhanced / Garda Clearance prior to commencement.

Responsibilities

• Develop positive, trusting relationships with families to foster engagement.
• Provide guidance and encouragement to parents, promoting effective modelling and support.
• Assist families in establishing consistent daily routines and managing behaviours constructively.
• Empower families to build self-confidence and resilience through strengths-based approaches.
• Work with children and families to address multiple and complex needs, improving family resilience.
• Support a caseload of families with home visiting for up to 12 weeks.
• Deliver interventions aimed at achieving measurable, positive outcomes and regularly evaluate progress.
• Collaborate with social workers and other professionals to set goals tailored to each family’s needs.
• Participate in supervision and team meetings and keep records using a CRM system.

Education

QCF Level 3 Child Care qualification

NVQ Level 3 Children’s Care, Learning & Development

CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Child Care & Education (VRQ)

CACHE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Child Care & Education (Wales and NI)

BTEC Higher National Diploma in Childcare Studies

BTEC National Diploma in Childcare Studies

Degree in Social Work

1 year paid experience working with children or families

Job description

• Hours: 25 hours per week Please note this role includes out of hours visits and the service operates Mon-Sun 8am-8pm. Flexibility will be required.
• Salary: £19929 per annum
• Contract: Permanent

Job Background:

Bryson Pathways Children’s Service provides targeted support to families with children and young people aged 0–17 who are facing significant challenges (Tier 3 under the NI Family Support Model). We are looking for an Intensive Family Support Worker to work directly with families in their homes to provide them with emotional and practical support so they can confidently manage everyday life. This role includes flexible out of hours visits.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Develop positive, trusting relationships with families to foster engagement and collaboration.

• parenting skills through Provide guidance and encouragement to parents, promoting the development of effective modelling and support.
• Assist families in establishing consistent daily routines (e.g., mealtimes, bedtimes, homework) and in managing children’s behaviour constructively.
• Empower families to build self-confidence and boost self-esteem through strengths-based approaches.
• To work with children and families to address multiple and complex needs, improving family resilience and strengthening their connections
• To support a caseload of families and work alongside the families in their homes for up to 12 weeks.
• Deliver interventions aimed at achieving measurable, positive outcomes for families, and regularly evaluate progress.
• Manage a small caseload of families, providing home visiting support for up to 12 weeks, tailored to individual needs.
• Participate actively in case reviews, planning meetings, and multidisciplinary team discussions to ensure coordinated and effective support.
• Collaborate with social workers and other professionals to set goals tailored to each family’s needs.
• Participate in regular supervision and team meetings.
• Keep accurate, clear records using a CRM system and prepare written reports using a CRM system as required.
• Minimum of QCF Level 3 Child Care qualification or :
  • Diploma in Health & Social Care Level 3 Children & Young People
  • NVQ Level 3 Children’s Care, Learning & Development
  • CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Child Care & Education (VRQ)
  • CACHE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Child Care & Education (Wales and NI)
  • BTEC Higher National Diploma in Childcare Studies
  • BTEC National Diploma in Childcare Studies
  • Degree in Social Work
• 1 years paid experience working with children or families
• Clean drivers’ license and access to transport

A satisfactory Access NI Enhanced / Standard disclosure or Garda Clearance is required prior to commencement of employment.

Bryson adheres to Access NI Code of Practice available upon request.