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Job Title: Family Support WorkerDepartment: Children's Services - Staying SafeLocation: BoltonWorking Hours: 5 days per week, hybrid roleRequirements: Full UK driving licence and own vehicle (free on-site parking and mileage reimbursed)
Role Overview:
- Work alongside Safeguarding Social Workers to deliver high-quality interventions with children and families.
- Support family time, complete home visits, and engage in direct work with children.
- Assist families with behaviour management, routines, budgeting, and referrals to support services.
- Work with families subject to Child in Need, Child Protection, and court proceedings.
- Office-based part of the week with travel to Bolton as needed.
Main Duties:
- Contribute to risk assessments and protect children from harm.
- Plan and record interventions, supporting overall assessments by social care teams.
- Deliver quality interventions using EYFS guidance and behaviour management strategies.
- Work in partnership with families on protection plans.
- Communicate and collaborate with professionals and agencies.
- Manage a caseload effectively and support students and volunteers.
Person Specification:
- Relevant level 3 qualification (e.g., NNEB, NVQ3, BTEC).
- Experience working with children and families in support services.
- Ability to communicate effectively, manage time, and develop activities for children.
- Commitment to equal opportunities, user involvement, and continuous professional development.
- Willingness to work outside normal office hours and undertake mandatory training.
- Enhanced DBS check required.
Core Competencies:
- Developing Self & Others
- Civil Contingencies
- Equality & Diversity
- Customer Care
- Health & Safety
- Data Protection and Confidentiality
- Fluency Duty
- Safeguarding
