Family Support Worker – Short Breaks Team

Family Support Worker – Short Breaks Team
Location: Oldham Council
Contract: Full-time, ongoing temporary
Contact: john.deane@servicecare.org.uk

We’re currently recruiting for a Family Support Worker to join the Short Breaks Team within Oldham Council. This is a rewarding opportunity to support children with disabilities and their families by assessing and coordinating access to short breaks and related services.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete Short Breaks Assessments and reviews to evaluate children’s needs and identify appropriate support.
  
  
• Undertake Carers Assessments to assess caring pressures and identify areas where support is required.
  
  
• Conduct home and school visits, building strong relationships with children, parents, and professionals.
  
  
• Participate in the team duty rota, screening and responding to new contacts into the service.
  
  
• Assess and record a child’s mental capacity (MCAs) where appropriate.
  
  
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to multi-agency meetings and reports.
  
  
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across Children’s Services and partner agencies to promote positive outcomes.
  
  

Requirements

• Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in Health and Social Care, Childcare, or a related field.
  
  
• Experience working with children, young people, and families in need of support.
  
  
• Strong assessment, communication, and record-keeping skills.
  
  
• Knowledge of child development, safeguarding, and relevant legislation.
  
  
• Ability to work independently and manage your own caseload.
  
  
• Enhanced DBS and ability to travel across the borough.
  
  

This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and families in Oldham, while gaining valuable experience within a supportive and professional local authority environment.

If you’re passionate about helping families access the right support, we’d love to hear from you.

? To apply or find out more, please contact John Deane at john.deane@servicecare.org.uk.

? Referral Bonus: If you refer a candidate who is successful, you can receive a £250 reward.