Part-Time Waking Night Family Assessment Support Worker

National Fostering Agency Group; Littlehampton; On-site; GBP 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Join the National Fostering Agency Group as a Waking Night Family Assessment Support Worker. The role involves providing support to families during night hours while ensuring safety and wellbeing. Ideal candidates will have a relevant Level 3 qualification and a commitment to safeguarding children. Enjoy flexible benefits including funded qualifications and life assurance.

Benefits

Funded qualifications

Annual Leave entitlement of 5.6 weeks

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Access to mental health support services

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 in Children and Young People's workforce required.
• Experience working in family assessment or support environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular checks on residents throughout the night.
• Provide direct support and advice on personal care of babies.
• Maintain health and safety standards and participate in team meetings.

Skills

Systemic thinking

Goal-based planning

Confidentiality

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Level 3 in Children and Young People's workforce or equivalent

Job description

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Part-Time Waking Night Family Assessment Support Worker

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Job title: Waking Nights - Family Assessment Support Worker

Salary: Up to £26,728 per annum (pro rata)

Hours: Part-Time

Contract: Permanent

Join National Fostering Group, become a Waking Night Family Assessment Support Worker, and start working towards an incredible future!

Part-Time & Full-Time positions available (Salary to be pro-rata'd)

Part-time positions to be discussed at interview

Requirements - Minimum Level 3 in Children and Young People's workforce or equivalent

The Service

The National Fostering Group's first Residential Family Assessment Centre is based within the Littlehampton area of West Sussex, providing expert parenting capacity assessments for parents, babies, and children.

Our primary purpose is to provide expert parenting capacity assessment. We also aim to provide a safe, secure, and welcoming home that builds confidence and equips parents with necessary skills to parent safely and independently. Families will benefit from 1-to-1 support from designated key workers, as well as shared advice, group learning, social activities, and practical support throughout the night.

Our assessment home will be therapeutically led in delivering interventions, assessments, and parenting programmes. Families will enjoy well-equipped ensuite bedrooms, a large kitchen, communal and therapeutic spaces, and areas for meetings or family visits. Located near parks, the beach, and the town, families can develop skills and thrive both inside the home and in the community.

The Role

You will perform regular checks on residents throughout the night, provide direct support to families, and offer advice on personal care of babies and the importance of routine. You will practice systemic thinking, utilize goal-based planning, and work effectively with relatives, advocates, and others involved with Service Users. You will ensure health and safety, report hazards, participate in team meetings, and maintain high personal standards of confidentiality and cultural sensitivity.

What we can offer:

• Funded qualifications
• Annual Leave entitlement of 5.6 weeks per year (with options to purchase more)
• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• Access to mental health support services and physical health checks

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults. All successful applicants will be subject to fully Enhanced DBS checks.

Whether in city or rural settings, you'll be part of a dynamic family aiming high, helping individuals achieve their goals.