Social worker Work, Jobs in Highbridge, Som (with Salaries)

Family Support Worker - Reunification Team
North Somerset Council —Weston-super-Mare
- £32,061 - £34,434 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Experience working with children
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
13d
Part-Time Supervising Social Worker (4 days per week)
Compass Fostering —Cardiff
- £27,726 - £42,658 a year
- Full-time
- Employee discount
Youth Justice Intervention Worker
Somerset Council —Taunton
- £28,598 - £32,061 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Experience working with children
- Typing
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
Family Safeguarding Recovery and Wellbeing Worker
Mind in Somerset —Taunton
- £26,390 - £28,337 a year
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Experience working with children
- Case management
- Life insurance
- Sick pay
Quick apply
22h
Family Safeguarding Team Manager
Somerset Council —Bridgwater
- £54,282 a year
- Hybrid work
- Analysis skills
- Annual leave
Family Safeguarding Recovery Worker
Turning Point —Taunton
- £25,870 - £30,265 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Case management
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
13d
Adoption Social Worker
CCS Adoption —Bristol
- £37,973 - £41,994 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Experience working with children
- Mentoring
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Work from home
Quick apply
Senior Social Work Assistant
Somerset Council —Taunton
- £25,989 - £28,142 a year
- Hybrid work
- English
- Travel
- Organisational skills
- Annual leave
18h
Family Contact worker
Swan Family Centres LTD —Cardiff
- £12.71 an hour
- Experience working with children
- Driving
- In-person
Quick apply
Wellbeing Coach (Mental Health)
1625 Independent People —Bristol
- £33,143 - £35,412 a year
- Training & development
- Annual leave
Family Support Worker (Fixed Term Contract)
Ty Hafan —Sully
- £11,900 - £12,777 a year
- Part-time
- Travel
- Hospice
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Annual leave
6d
Youth Worker - Glastonbury
YMCA Brunel Group —Glastonbury
- £12.88 an hour
- Part-time
- Experience working with children
- Mentoring
- In-person
Quick apply
Social Worker
Somerset Council —Bridgwater
- £37,280 - £41,771 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Experience working with children
- Travel
- Leadership
- Free parking
- Annual leave
Youth Support Worker
Langport and Huish Episcopi Youth Group —Langport
- From £12.75 an hour
- Part-time
- Experience working with children
- Mentoring
Quick apply
IPS Employment Specialist (OT, RMN, Social Worker)
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust —Taunton
- £32,073 - £39,043 a year
- Full-time
- Nursing
- Master's degree
- Travel
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
10d
Child in Need Keyworker x2
Bristol City Council —Bristol
- £35,412 - £39,152 a year
- Full-time
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Experience working with children
- Annual leave
- Flexitime
Adult Social Care Worker Mental Health
North Somerset Council —Worle
- £32,061 - £34,434 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Travel
- Organisational skills
- Computer skills
- Annual leave
8d
Social Worker - Neighbourhoods Team (Taunton) (Adults)
Somerset Council —Taunton
- £37,280 - £41,777 a year
- Full-time
- English
- Master's degree
- Supervising experience
- Annual leave
10d
Female Health & Social Care Worker - Full Time
Unite Care Group Ltd —Cardiff
- £13.45 - £14.00 an hour
- Overtime
- Serving
- In-person
- Annual leave
- Flexitime
Quick apply
2d
Family and Carers Recovery Worker
Turning Point —Taunton
- £25,870 - £30,265 a year
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
10d

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Family Support Worker - Reunification Team

North Somerset Council -
Weston-super-Mare

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Job details

Full-time
£32,061 - £34,434 a year
13 days ago

Benefits

Cycle to work scheme
Annual leave
Company pension
Car scheme

Qualifications

Driving Licence
Experience working with children
Collaboration with schools and educational staff
Experience of working with children and young people
Communication skills

Full job description

Salary

Level 6:- £32,061 - £34,434 per annum

Contractual hours

Basis

Full time

Package

Fixed term 18 months - 25 days annual leave per annum, rising to 30 days per annum after 5 years' service - Flexible Worker

Job category/type

Children's Services

Date posted

14/08/2026

Job reference

SCHA1064

About Us

North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.

The Role

Supporting Families to Thrive Together

We are looking for a committed and compassionate Family Support Worker to join our specialist Reunification Service.

This role provides practical, direct, and intensive support to children and families as they prepare for and experience reunification. Working alongside Social Workers, you will help families build the skills, routines, and confidence needed to create safe and stable home environments.

As a Family Support Worker, you will work directly with children, parents, and carers to deliver tailored interventions that strengthen family relationships and support lasting reunification outcomes.

Key Responsibilities include:

Providing direct support to children and parents before, during, and after reunification.
Delivering parenting and family-based interventions.
Supporting families to establish routines, boundaries, and effective communication.
Undertaking home visits and practical support sessions.
Working closely with schools, health services, and community organisations.
Monitoring progress and contributing to reunification plans.
Helping families access community resources and support networks.
Maintaining accurate records and reporting on outcomes.

This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.

Work Style

At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.

This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:

2-3 days in the office
Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.
Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.

About You

We are looking for an individual who is passionate about supporting children and families, and who possesses the following skills and experience.

We are looking for someone who:

Has experience working with children, young people, and families.

Understands the challenges faced by children in care and their families.
Has excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
Is resilient, solution-focused, and child-centred.
Can work flexibly and independently while contributing to a wider team.
Holds a relevant qualification in childcare, family support, youth work, or a related field (or has equivalent experience).

What We Offer

At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:

A rewarding opportunity to make a lasting difference to children’s lives
A supportive and experienced team environment
Ongoing training and professional development.
Regular supervision and wellbeing support.
Opportunities to contribute to innovative practice focused on reunification and permanence.
Competitive salary and benefits
Flexible working arrangements
Local Government Pension
Opportunities for professional development
Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums
Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year
Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team
Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes

How to Apply

If you share our vision and values and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.

Contact Information

If you are passionate about helping families overcome challenges and achieve positive, lasting change for children, we would love to hear from you. Contact Becky Thompson, Head of Service, [email protected] for more information.

Important Information

As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.

Interview Date: Monday 14 September 2026.

Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.

Equal Opportunities

At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.

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