Our Family Time Centre, is based in Newton Le Willows, St Helens.
Our company and team are ever-growing, the successful candidates will be appointed to work within this setting against the backdrop of Accolade’s excellent reputation in the field of children’s social care.
At Accolade we are known for going above and beyond and keeping children at the centre of all the work we do.
If you want to apply to be an Accolade Family Time Worker, undertaking supervision of contact, then you must be able to demonstrate that you have an appropriate vocational or academic qualification.
Hourly Rate £13.45 per hour
Part time, Full time and Permanent Positions available.
The centre will operate Monday to Sunday.
Weekday hours are 9:00 – 6:00
Weekend Hours 9:00 – 6:00
*Predominantly weekend and evening shifts*
Requirements:
· NVQ Level 3 minimum or equivalent in Child or Social Care
· GCSE English and Maths (Grade C and above)
· Enhanced DBS on the DBS Update Service
We are looking for a candidate with the following skills, knowledge and qualities:
Skills:
· Ability to make detailed observations and provide accurate reports.
· Demonstrable competence in identifying need and assisting in support of an overall programme of intervention and casework.
· IT skills.
· Capacity to anticipate, diffuse and manage conflict.
Knowledge:
· Knowledge of safeguarding children and child protection, with an understanding of key risk factors.
· Knowledge and understanding of the role of the (Local Authority) Designated Officer.
· Capacity to anticipate, diffuse and manage conflict.
· Knowledge and understanding of other related initiatives and fields, e.g. adult mental health, parenting techniques, domestic violence, family law.
· Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of Family Law, in particular as it relates to separated families and the provision of contact.
· Understanding of family dynamics, the impact on children and parents of family breakdown and current related issues.
Personal Qualities
· Positive attitude towards training and development.
· Willingness to work flexibly and outside office hours.
· Ability to work closely and non-judgementally with other people, showing an understanding of boundaries and a commitment to equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory working.
· Excellent communication skills with all ages and ability to provide clear, written information.
· Ability to deal sensitively with people under stress.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assess the quality of parenting observed during the supervised family time and use this evidence to complete accurate and detailed records.
- Attend and participate in planning meetings or reviews, when necessary.
- Support and supervise the delivery of safe and purposeful supervised family time sessions with parents and children.
- Maintain confidentiality and professionalism throughout your role.
- Manage challenging situations in a diplomatic and sensitive manner, providing a neutral presence during the contact.
- Promote positive and healthy communication between children and their families.
- Support children and parents, before, during and after family time.
- Always adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures
Pay: £13.45 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Do you have an NVQ Level 3 in Child or Social Care or equivalent?
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (required)
Experience:
- Family Time: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
