Family Support Worker

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Family Support Worker based in Harlow, Essex.

If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children and parent's within a children's family assessment centre. This is an opportunity to join a supportive employer with genuine opportunities to progress.

This is a permanent position working on average 40 hours per week. This role is a days only role - NO SLEEP IN'S.

DRIVING LICENSE IS ESSENTIAL!

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying between £12.21 - £13 per hour.

As a Family Support Worker your responsibilities will include:

• Provide support using a person centred approach.


• Support the children and parents to maintain and develop relationships with friends and family.


• Encourage the children and parents to integrate with the local community by attending clubs or day centres.


• Support the children and parents in all aspects of their daily living.


• Safeguard vulnerable children and report any suspicion or evidence of harm.


• Continuous commitment to professional development.


• To be willing to cover other homes when required.


• Liaise with parents and/or carers and other professionals.

Our client is offering a whole range of benefits, including:

• Paid enrollment on Level 3 Residential childcare.


• Clear progression pathway.


• Continuous and consistent in house training.

To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our Residential specialist Tom Wilson