Rothwell Family Support Worker

MK Global Training; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of families in Rothwell. This role as a Family Support Worker offers you the chance to engage with families, helping them achieve their goals through tailored interventions. You will collaborate closely with schools and Children's services, ensuring a holistic approach to support. The position is fixed-term until March 2026, with opportunities for professional growth and development. Be part of a rewarding environment where your contributions will have a tangible impact on the community. If you are passionate about helping others and possess strong communication skills, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement (27 days plus bank holidays)

Annual leave purchase scheme

Enhanced occupational sick pay

Enhanced employer contribution to workplace pension

Death in service benefit

Free Will writing

Eyecare vouchers

Blue light card discount

Free training courses

Flexible working and family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• Passionate about helping families and building strong relationships.
• Experience working in a school setting is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support families to achieve their goals using tailored interventions.
• Collaborate with schools and Children's services for best outcomes.

Skills

Family Support

Communication

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Flexibility

Education

Experience in a school setting

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Rothwell Family Support Worker - Fixed Term Until March 2026
This post is fixed term until March 2026, but we expect funding to continue beyond this point. The contract is funded on a year-to-year basis and has been in place since 2016.

Working Hours: We have some flexibility on how the 30 hours are worked across the week and this will be discussed at interview. Hours will need to be flexible to meet the needs of families.
Base Location: Victoria Junior School, Cornwall Cres, Rothwell, Leeds LS26 0RA

About the role...
Are you passionate about making a real difference to the lives of families in Rothwell and the surrounding areas? Do you want to be part of a dynamic and collaborative team that works closely with schools and Children's services to achieve the best outcomes for families? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to become part of the Rothwell Cluster.

As a Family Support Worker, you will:

1. Play a vital role in supporting families to achieve their goals.
2. Use a variety of interventions, tailored to meet the specific needs of each family, which will make a real difference to their lives.
3. Collaborate with schools and Children's services as part of a Multi-Agency team to ensure a joined-up approach to achieving the best outcomes for families.

About you...
Previous experience working in a school would be hugely beneficial. You will be passionate about helping others, family-oriented, able to build strong relationships, and a strong effective communicator. If you have a passion for helping families and you feel that you would fit with our values & ethos, but maybe don’t feel you have the experience required, talk to us about your transferable skills. For the right people, we can provide development to help you realize your potential and career aspirations.

If you would like to know more about the role or have an informal chat please contact Debbie Gilroy, Senior Family Worker on 07860 844289.

Please note that a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is a requirement for this role.

Who we are...
Waythrough (Formerly Humankind) launched in October 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Our vision is to break down the barriers that stop people from getting the support they need to live a life they value. We tackle poverty and disadvantage in communities, through mental health, drug and alcohol, housing and related support.

We have almost 200 services around England and nearly 3,500 amazing staff and volunteers who run them. Every year our services support around 125,000 people.

What can Waythrough (Formerly Humankind) offer you?

1. A rewarding role that allows you to make a tangible impact in your community.
2. Opportunity for professional growth and development in the field of substance misuse and criminal justice.
3. Collaborative and supportive work environment.
4. Generous annual leave entitlement (27 days, plus bank holidays, increasing to 32 after 1 year’s service).
5. Annual leave purchase scheme.
6. Enhanced occupational sick pay.
7. Enhanced employer contribution to your workplace pension.
8. Death in service benefit.
9. Free Will writing.
10. Eyecare vouchers.
11. Blue light card discount.
12. Fantastic learning and development opportunities, including free training courses.
13. Work-life balance - flexible working and family-friendly policies.
14. Happy, Healthy You! – our wellbeing offers for our workforce.
15. Employee Assist Programme and Waythrough Support Networks.

Waythrough (Formerly Humankind) is an equal-opportunity employer. If you feel that you would fit with our values & ethos, are passionate about supporting people, but maybe don’t feel you have the experience required, talk to us about your transferable skills. For the right people, we can provide development to help you to realize your potential.