Do you have a passion for helping children and families stay connected? Are you a caring and flexible individual who thrives in a supportive environment?
We are seeking a dedicated Family Time Worker for Staffordshire County Council to play a vital role in helping children in our care maintain positive relationships with their families.
Pay: £15.41 an hour
Contract: 3 Months plus ongoing
Location: Stafford Town Centre
In this role, you will:
- Coordinate family time: You'll work with court orders and family needs to arrange visits between children and their parents or other family members.
- Facilitate positive connections: You'll create a supportive environment for children to reconnect with their families, offering emotional support and guidance to both children and parents during these visits.
- Ensure safe transportation: Sometimes, children need help getting to these visits. You'll arrange for safe and reliable transportation for them.
- Maintain clear communication: Keeping detailed records of everything that happens during family time is important. You'll be responsible for accurate documentation and reports.
- Be a flexible team player: Because families have different needs, you might be required to work evenings and weekends to ensure children and their families get the support they need.
To be successful, you will have:
- Full UK Driving Licence with access to own car with business insurance, or willingness to obtain this is a must
- A minimum qualification of NVQ3 in working with children and families (or equivalent).
- Experience working with children, families, and carers in a social care setting.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with children, families, and professionals.
- A commitment to safeguarding children and promoting their well-being.
- A strong understanding of child development and relevant legislation.
If you are interested or know of anyone who may be, please contact Kat at Service Care Solutions on 01772208964 or email me at kat.shah@servicecare.org.uk.
Working with Service Care Solutions comes with many benefits, including:
- A specialist consultant within an experience and dedicated recruitment team
- Excellent rates of pay
- Payroll service twice a week
Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed.
