Kinship & Reunification Family Support Worker

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); West Midlands; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A local children's support organization is seeking a Family Support Worker to join their Kinship and Reunification Hub. This role involves working closely with children and their birth families to support successful reunification and stability. Candidates should have an NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, experience with children or adults, and excellent communication skills. It offers a fixed-term contract of 12 months with competitive benefits including 31 days of annual leave. Join us in making a meaningful impact on children's lives.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Pension scheme with 21.6% employer contributions

Paid birthday off

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or adults directly.
• Basic knowledge of child development.
• Ability to work flexibly including weekends and evenings.

Responsibilities

• Support successful reunification of children with parents.
• Empower parents in their parenting skills.
• Coordinate referrals to specialist services.
• Support children through care transitions.
• Champion the voices of vulnerable families.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Self-motivating

IT skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Job description

A local children's support organization is seeking a Family Support Worker to join their Kinship and Reunification Hub. This role involves working closely with children and their birth families to support successful reunification and stability. Candidates should have an NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, experience with children or adults, and excellent communication skills. It offers a fixed-term contract of 12 months with competitive benefits including 31 days of annual leave. Join us in making a meaningful impact on children's lives.