Family Support Worker

Family Support Worker – Worcestershire Children First Location: Worcestershire
Contract: Full-time
Contact: john.deane@servicecare.org.uk

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children, young people, and their families? Worcestershire Children First is seeking a committed and proactive Family Support Worker to support families where a Child in Need Plan is in place, as well as those on the edge of local authority care.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dedicated team focused on strengthening families, promoting positive change, and helping to ensure children can grow up safely within supportive home environments.

Key Responsibilities As a Family Support Worker, you will:

• Provide direct support to children (including pre-school aged), their parents, and wider family members in line with assessments and agreed plans.
  
  
• Empower parents/carers to take responsibility for meeting their children's needs.
  
  
• Support parents in developing a clear understanding of child development and positive parenting.
  
  
• Work with families at risk of breakdown, helping to keep children safe through effective planning and intervention.
  
  
• Work collaboratively with Social Workers and multi-agency partners as part of the “team around the family”.
  
  
• Maintain accurate written records and prepare high-quality reports.
  
  
• Work flexibly, including occasional out-of-hours and weekend work, based on family needs.
  
  
• Uphold Worcestershire County Council values: Customer Focus, Can Do Culture, and Freedom within Boundaries.
  
  

About You Essential experience & skills:

• Significant experience working with children and families in a professional setting.
  
  
• Experience delivering parenting support and activities to improve outcomes for families.
  
  
• Strong knowledge of child development and relevant legislation (including the Children Act).
  
  
• High-level assessment skills and the ability to use a range of assessment tools.
  
  
• Ability to manage challenging situations, including lone working in family homes.
  
  
• Excellent report-writing, observational, and communication skills.
  
  
• Strong IT skills.
  
  
• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Childcare, Early Years, Social Care, or similar.
  
  
• A driving licence and access to a car during the working day.
  
  

Desirable:

• Experience with Child Protection procedures.
  
  
• Experience working with babies and pre-school children.
  
  
• Familiarity with Liquid Logic and Microsoft Outlook.
  
  
• First Aid training.
  
  

What We’re Looking For We want someone who is:

• Child-focused, resilient, and committed to safeguarding.
  
  
• Able to work independently and flexibly.
  
  
• Confident in engaging with families in their own homes.
  
  
• Committed to equality, dignity, and respect for all service users.
  
  

Apply Now To express your interest or request further details, please email:
? john.deane@servicecare.org.uk