Senior Family Worker/Family Support Worker - Stockton-on-Tees - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Stockton-on-Tees; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated personnel agency is seeking a Senior Family Support Worker in Stockton-on-Tees. The role involves delivering support to children and families, collaborating with professionals to safeguard wellbeing, and maintaining accurate records. Candidates should have a Level 3 qualification in Childcare and a proven background under statutory interventions. This position offers a rate of £16.10 per hour (PAYE), with flexible working hours.

Qualifications

• Must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle.
• Enhanced DBS clearance is essential.
• Proven background working with families under statutory interventions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver emotional and practical support to children, families, and carers.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to safeguard children.
• Engage in continuous professional development to enhance practice.

Skills

Emotional support delivery

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Report writing

Understanding of child safeguarding

Flexibility in service demands

Education

A Level 3 qualification in Childcare or related field

Relevant degree or higher-level qualification

Job description

Senior Family Worker/Family Support Worker

Rate: £16.10 per hour (PAYE) / £20.35 per hour (Umbrella)

Location: Stockton-on-Tees

Contract Type: Temporary, Full-Time

Working Pattern: Monday to Thursday, 8:30am–5:00pm; Friday, 8:30am–4:30pm. Occasional flexible hours may be required.

The Role

Sanctuary Personnel is currently seeking an experienced Senior Family Support Worker to join a dedicated team in Stockton-on-Tees. This vital role involves supporting children and young people under 18—as well as their families and carers—through a variety of needs-led interventions designed to complement statutory social care efforts.

Key Duties

• Deliver emotional and practical support to children, families, and carers, including those in family placements, care homes, or supported housing.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to safeguard children and promote their wellbeing.
• Assist statutory children’s services by providing stable, consistent support during assessments.
• Contribute professionally to multi-agency meetings and reviews, including providing formal reports and attending court when needed.
• Ensure the child’s voice remains central to planning and review processes.
• Record all activities and case notes accurately using Liquid Logic.
• Engage in continuous professional development to enhance practice.

Requirements

• A Level 3 qualification in Childcare or a related field (e.g., NVQ, NNEB, BTEC), or demonstrable equivalent experience.
• Proven background working with families under statutory interventions such as Child Protection, Children in Need, or Looked After Children.
• Strong understanding of child development and safeguarding protocols.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and IT competence.
• Ability to work independently, manage caseloads, and respond flexibly to service demands.
• Must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle.
• Enhanced DBS clearance is essential.
• A relevant degree or higher-level qualification.
• Knowledge of child/adolescent mental health concerns and trauma-informed practice.
• Understanding of legislative frameworks relating to children’s social care.