Family Support Worker

☞ West Berkshire Council

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Update day: 11-05-2024

Location: Newbury South East

Category: Other

Industry: Government Administration

Job type: Full-time

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Vacancy Summary

Employer:West Berkshire Council

Salary:From £25,979 to £33,945 per annum (Grade FG)

Location:Council Offices, Market Street, Newbury

Contract:Permanent

Working Pattern:Full Time

Hours:37 hours per week.

DBS Check:Enhanced

Closing Date:25/02/2024 at 23:59

Reference:V5323

Vacancy Description

Join our dedicated Family Safeguarding Team, committed to supporting families in need and ensuring the safety of children at risk. As a vital member of our team, your role will involve overseeing and facilitating family time (contact) between children and parents or wider family members, while meticulously recording observations in a timely manner.

We are seeking an experienced Family Support Worker who can establish and maintain high-quality professional relationships with children, families, and collaborating agencies. Your motivation and commitment to working respectfully are crucial aspects of this role.

In collaboration with qualified social workers, you will actively engage in direct work with children and families, contributing to assessments and providing essential support to achieve the best possible outcomes for children.

The Family Safeguarding West Team is based within the Children and Family Services department of West Berkshire Council. The team comprises a dedicated group of professionals, including a Team Manager, Assistant Team Manager, qualified social workers, family support workers, Mental Health Practitioners, Domestic Abuse Practitioners, Psychologists, Recovery Workers, and business support.

West Berkshire Council Offer Excellent Employment Benefits Such As

  • Flexible working wherever possible between the hours of 07.00-19.00
  • Hybrid working wherever possible working 40% in the office
  • Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities
  • Generous Local Government pension scheme
  • Family friendly policies
  • A range of local discounts
  • Wellbeing Programme including Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits
  • You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days per annum (plus public holidays) Rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years’ service.

Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

This role, based in Newbury, requires you to operate throughout the West Berkshire area. Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of families and children in our community.

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Deadline: 25-06-2024

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