Caregiver jobs in United Kingdom

Weve been supporting childrens services professionals across the UK for over 25 years, giving you access to a wide range of agency opportunities each year across multiple local authorities and private providers. Whether you're looking to lead on complex cases or step into a service area that better suits your strengths, this opportunity offers flexibility without compromising on career progression.

At Prospero Health & Social Care, we work with trusted services throughout the region. Join us as a Childrens Support Worker and make an immediate difference in the lives of young people in various different settings and locations.

Family Support Worker (Agency)

Pay: GBP15 - GBP17 per hour

Job Type: Part-time, Temporary (Agency)

Location: Various settings across Essex

As a Family Support Worker, you will provide emotional, and social support to families experiencing difficulties. Youll work closely with children, parents, and carers to develop connect families to relevant resources and services. This is a flexible role ideal for professionals committed to delivering high-quality support to children and families in need.

• Provide one-on-one and group support to families, focusing on individual needs.
• Focus on child development, parenting, and relationship-building.
• Work closely with multi-disciplinary teams, including social services, health professionals, and schools, to ensure coordinated support.
• Assist families in accessing community resources
• Offer guidance on parenting skills, child behaviour, and emotional well-being.
• Provide crisis intervention when necessary, helping families navigate difficult situations.
• Keep detailed records of interactions, progress, and outcomes for families.

• A minimum of 6 months UK experience working with children and families in a support role, ideally within a community or social care setting.
• Must be able to provide 2 professional references.
• Must have an enhanced adult and child DBS that is registered on the update service or be willing to process a new one with Prospero
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with diverse families.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to handle sensitive situations with compassion and professionalism.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Please send over a copy of an up to date CV to the contact email provided.

We look forward to hearing from you.