Wraparound Support Worker: Children & Families

21 Health and Social Care; Clovenfords; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

21 Health and Social Care is seeking a Wraparound Support Worker to work with children, young people and families in community settings across Scotland. You will deliver tailored 1:1 and family-based support, promote wellbeing and help families navigate challenges.

Flexibility is essential, including evenings or weekends if required. A trauma‑informed, child‑centred approach is valued, with qualifications in Health & Social Care or Youth Work desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children, young people, or families in a care, support, or community setting.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work flexibly, including evenings or weekends if required.
• A trauma-informed, child-centred approach.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and GIRFEC principles is desirable.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and family-based support to children and young people.
• Deliver practical, emotional, and behavioural support in home and community settings.
• Work collaboratively with families to identify strengths and set achievable goals.
• Support routines, boundaries, education engagement, and emotional regulation.
• Liaise with professionals including social work, education, health, and third-sector services.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to care and support plans.
• Promote safeguarding, wellbeing, and positive outcomes at all times.

Skills

Strong communication

Relationship building

Flexibility (evenings/weekends)

Trauma-informed approach

Education

Qualifications in Health & Social Care / Youth Work / Social Care or related field

Job description

21 Health and Social Care is seeking a Wraparound Support Worker to work with children, young people and families in community settings across Scotland. You will deliver tailored 1:1 and family-based support, promote wellbeing and help families navigate challenges.

Flexibility is essential, including evenings or weekends if required. A trauma‑informed, child‑centred approach is valued, with qualifications in Health & Social Care or Youth Work desirable.