Family Service Worker

Family Service Worker 

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on families and supporting vulnerable children and adults? We are currently seeking a dedicated Family Service Worker to join our client Council on a contract basis offering a pay rate of £15.84ph. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work within a project family time team, supervising and supporting families who have recently been removed and are subject to court proceedings.

Key Responsibilities of the Family Service Worker

As a Family Service Worker, you will play a vital role in safeguarding and welfare processes. Your main responsibilities will include:

• Supervising family visits within a court-ordered framework
• Supporting families to maintain positive contact during challenging circumstances
• Completing detailed assessments of family interactions and progress
• Collaborating with legal teams, social workers, and court personnel
• Maintaining accurate case records in line with organisational policies
• Engaging with families in a sensitive, non-judgmental manner to foster trust
• Ensuring compliance with all safeguarding and confidentiality protocols
• Providing guidance and support to families to facilitate positive outcomes

Candidate Requirements

The ideal Family Service Worker will possess:

• Proven experience in child and family support services or social work
• A recognised DBS check 
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle sensitive situations with professionalism and empathy
• Knowledge of court procedures and safeguarding policies
• Relevant qualifications in social work, children and families services, or equivalency