- Leading early help assessments and developing support plans.
- Undertaking direct work with children and families to provide tailored support.
- Collaborating with social workers to support children in need, those on child protection plans, and children in care.
- Completing accurate documentation, reports, and records of your work with children, young people, and their families.
- Using a restorative practice approach to support children and families in staying together where possible.
- Minimum NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in working with children and families.
- Experience of direct work with children, their families, and carers in a statutory or voluntary agency setting.
- Proficiency in IT systems, including Microsoft Office.
- A strong understanding of child development and the impact of stress and trauma.
- Knowledge of key challenges families may face, including mental health issues, substance misuse, domestic abuse, and poverty.
- Awareness of local partners and agencies that support families.
- Familiarity with policies, guidance, and legislation related to children's social care.
- Experience in facilitating or leading accredited and evidence-based parenting programmes.
- Ability to undertake assessments and make appropriate decisions in line with professional accountability.
- A specialist consultant within an experience and dedicated recruitment team
- Excellent rates of pay
- Payroll service twice a week