Family Assessment Support Worker
Abbey View Residential Family Assessment Centre
Location: Nottingham
Salary: £27,000–£30,000 per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience)
Hours: Full Time – 40 hours per week (rota basis including days, evenings, weekends and bank holidays)
Be part of something from the very beginning.
Abbey View Residential Family Assessment Centre is an exciting new service developed by NurtureCare, an established provider recognised for delivering high-quality, compassionate care and support.
We are looking for caring, committed and motivated Family Assessment Support Workers to become part of our founding team.
This is a unique opportunity to help shape a brand-new Residential Family Assessment Centre, supporting parents to develop their parenting skills while ensuring that the welfare, safety and wellbeing of children remains at the heart of everything we do.
If you're passionate about safeguarding children, supporting families and making a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.
About the Role
As a Family Assessment Support Worker, you will work directly with families living within our residential assessment centre, providing practical and emotional support while completing detailed, factual observations of parenting and family life.
Working alongside our Family Assessment Practitioners and Registered Manager, you will play an important role in helping parents develop confidence and independence while contributing valuable observations that inform professional parenting assessments.
Every day will be different, and your work will have a genuine impact on the lives and futures of children and families.
Your Responsibilities
- Support parents with their daily parenting routines.
- Observe and accurately record parent and child interactions.
- Encourage positive parenting and child development.
- Promote safe, nurturing and child-centred care.
- Support families with daily routines, appointments and activities.
- Maintain accurate electronic records and daily observations.
- Promote safeguarding and report concerns promptly.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues and visiting professionals.
- Participate in supervision, training and continuous professional development.
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Is passionate about improving outcomes for children and families.
- Has experience working with vulnerable children, young people or families.
- Has excellent communication and observation skills.
- Can build positive professional relationships while maintaining appropriate boundaries.
- Is reliable, organised and able to work as part of a team.
- Demonstrates compassion, integrity and professionalism in everything they do.
Essential
- Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care, Residential Childcare or an equivalent qualification (or willingness to work towards this).
- Experience supporting children, young people or families.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
Desirable
- Experience within residential childcare or family support services.
- Experience in a Residential Family Assessment Centre.
- Knowledge of safeguarding and child development.
- Experience recording observations and maintaining professional records.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary of £27,000–£30,000.
- Annual salary review.
- Company pension scheme.
- Comprehensive induction programme.
- Ongoing training and funded professional development.
- Regular supervision and career progression opportunities.
- The opportunity to join and help shape a brand-new service.
- Supportive leadership team committed to high-quality practice.
- Free on-site parking.
- Employee wellbeing support.
Why Join Abbey View?
At Abbey View, you'll be joining more than just a new service—you'll be helping to build a centre of excellence for residential family assessments.
As part of our founding team, you'll have the opportunity to influence our culture, standards and future while working within a supportive organisation committed to delivering outstanding outcomes for children and families.
If you're looking for a rewarding career where your work truly matters, we'd love to hear from you.
Closing Date for Applications: Monday 3 August 2026 at 5:00 pm
Interviews: Monday 10 August 2026 at our Nottingham office.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted shortly after the closing date with full interview details.
Abbey View Residential Family Assessment Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, right to work checks and safer recruitment procedures. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
