Family Support Worker [Warrington] #000928381

Job Description

Please be aware this is a Long Term Temporary post to start ASAP.

NOTE – A Full and clean driving license as well as access to a car is essential for this vacancy.

We are looking to recruit within the Family Time Worker role across Warrington. This role is based within the Families First team that is located within the Children in Care and Care Leavers Service. The post holder will work closely within the Family Time team situated within the wider Families first team to deliver, observe, intervene when required and record family time sessions for those children and young people in care.

The role will involve being a lead worker for looked after children within this family time worker role. Successful applicants will be the designated professional for children are no longer living with their biological family and where it is paramount that these children continue to have positive relationships with members of their family. Your role wold ensure the safety and positive family times are taking place in accordance with court and child’s wishes.

Within the Families First team you will work alongside the social work teams to review and provide high quality family time which will ensure the safety and welfare of children and young people whilst maintaining their family relationships and identity. You will work within the family time team where you will be provided with regular supervision, access to direct line management, training and support so you are best equipped to undertake the role confidently and effectively. You will be expected to work flexibly, and hours of work will include afternoons, early evenings, occasional weekend working and throughout the school holidays where demand for the service increases, in response to children in care plans.

Our commitment to staff include:

*Manageable caseload and a commitment to promoting a good work life balance, including hybrid working.

*A culture in which you will be encouraged to learn, develop and reflect.

*Regular supervisions and line management support from managers that uphold Warrington's systemic model of practice

Key Information

Essential Qualifications: A minimum of a NVQ Level 3 in Social Care, Child Development or equivalent

DBS clearance is required.

The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for this post.

Warrington Borough Council is a Disability confident employer.

Please be aware this is a Long Term Temporary post to start ASAP.

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• Enhanced DBS completed.
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