Family Support Worker - North East - Long Term Contract

Unlock Your Potential: Join Us as a Family Support Worker

NonStop is partnering with a Organisation in the North of England and are looking for experienced Family Support Workers to make a difference to local service users and families.

Benefits:

• Long Term, Stable Contract: Take comfort in knowing that you have job security in this long-term contract, until March 2025 (with scope to become ongoing).
• Flexible Work Hours: Enjoy a work-life balance that suits you. Choose between full-time (37 hours per week), condensed hours, or 30 hours over 4 days.
• Work from Home: Take advantage of our flexible working arrangements with up to 2 days a week from home.
• Travel Expenses Covered: Travel costs from the office to family visits are on us, so you can focus on providing exceptional support without worrying about expenses.
• Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience in a supportive environment. Even if you're new to the Signs of Safety framework, we welcome your application and offer the chance to learn on the job.
• Manage Your Own Schedule: Enjoy the autonomy to plan your own workdays and ensure the best outcomes for the families you support.

Your Role:

As a Family Support Worker, you will be the cornerstone of support for families experiencing low-level worries about parenting. Your role will involve:

• Conducting Assessments: Identify the needs of families and develop customised support plans.
• Providing Practical Support: Help parents implement effective routines and boundaries, and offer extra support to those affected by mental health challenges.
• Regular Reviews: Conduct reviews every 6 weeks to monitor progress and adjust support plans as needed.
• Short-Term Intervention: Oversee families for up to 3 months, ensuring they receive the support they need within a manageable timeframe. Extend support if necessary.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience: Background in supporting parents and understanding parenting strategies. Prior experience as a Child Protection (CP) Social Worker is advantageous but not essential.
• Self-Motivated: Ability to manage your own schedule and work independently.
• Empathy and Compassion: Strong desire to make a positive impact on families' lives.
• Flexibility: Willingness to travel from the office to family visits (travel expenses provided).

If you're interested in this opportunity, please send your CV to or contact Thomas Napier at (EXT 7730) for a confidential discussion about your future prospects.

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