Family Support Worker

Family Support Worker - Greater Manchester

£17.91 per hour PAYE

3-6 month contract - view of extension

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children, young people and their families? Do you have the skills, knowledge and commitment to support families through challenging circumstances and help them achieve positive outcomes?

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is committed to improving the lives of children and families by providing practical, emotional and targeted support within the family home and community settings.

Key Requirements:

• Safeguarding knowledge: A strong understanding of child safeguarding, Child in Need and Child Protection procedures, safeguarding thresholds and protective risk factors
• Experience working with families: Experience of supporting children, young people and families, particularly those experiencing difficulties or complex circumstances
• Assessment and intervention skills: Ability to identify family needs, assess risks, complete parenting assessments and develop effective family support and safety plans

Duties include:

• Provide direct support to children, young people and families in their homes and within community settings
• Work within Child in Need and Child Protection procedures, recognising safeguarding concerns and responding appropriately to identified risks
• Complete family assessments, parenting assessments, safety plans and safeguarding plans in partnership with families and other professionals
• Work collaboratively with parents and carers to develop, deliver and review individualised support plans and interventions
• Attend and contribute to multi-agency meetings, including planning meetings, core groups and child protection conferences

If you are interested in this role, click the apply button or contact Rosie on 01772 954200 or for more information