Are you passionate about helping children, young people, and families achieve positive change? We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Family Support Worker to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working directly with families, thrives in a collaborative environment, and is committed to safeguarding and improving outcomes for children.
Working pattern: Monday to Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required.
Location: The role involves travel between four Family Hubs and undertaking community-based home visits across the Ladywood District.
Key Responsibilities
You will play a vital role in supporting families by:
- Providing 1:1 and group-based support to children, young people, and families using a range of evidence-based interventions.
- Identifying needs and working collaboratively with families to achieve meaningful, positive outcomes.
- Empowering parents and carers to build confidence and skills that improve outcomes for their children.
- Working in partnership with children's services, health professionals, and community organisations to ensure coordinated, joinedup support.
- Contributing to the ongoing development and improvement of the service.
- Applying safeguarding and child protection policies confidently and consistently.
- Taking responsibility for the safe and appropriate use of equipment and resources.
- Maintaining accurate, timely case notes and contributing to case recordings and reports.
- Supporting and advising colleagues where appropriate, despite having no formal supervisory responsibility.
- Promoting a safe, healthy, and secure working environment at all times.
About you
If you can demonstrate the below in your application, we'd love to hear from you!
- A Level 3 qualification in Childcare (or an equivalent qualification)
- Experience working with children, young people, or families, either in a paid or voluntary capacity.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- A clear understanding of safeguarding and the confidence to follow procedures appropriately.
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to maintain clear and accurate written records.
- A genuine commitment to making a positive difference within the community.
Join Our Team
If you're passionate about supporting families and creating better outcomes for children and young people, we would love to hear from you. Join us in making a real and lasting difference!
Interested, but would like some more information? Please contact Surinder Bedi [email protected]
Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible.
