Job Description

We are working with a client in the St Helens area to recruit a Family Support Worker to assist qualified social workers in supporting, protecting, and helping families involved with Children's Social Care.This role involves providing practical, hands-on support to children and their families, contributing to assessments, delivering intervention programmes, and facilitating supervised Family Time.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support social workers with assessments, care plans, and case management.
• Work proactively with families to build trust and engagement.
• Deliver practical support and intervention programmes to children and families.
• Facilitate Family Time sessions, including evenings and weekends, and assist with arrangements.
• Ensure the voice of the child is central to all assessments and care plans.
• Monitor family progress using tools like Signs of Safety and Graded Care Profile.
• Attend case conferences, reviews, and meetings as required.
• Maintain clear, accurate records in line with council procedures.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams, partner agencies, and community organisations.
• Follow safeguarding policies, health and safety guidelines, and maintain professional standards.

Key Requirements:

• Experience working with children, young people, and families in a social care or related setting.
• Understanding of child protection and safeguarding procedures.
• Ability to engage and build positive relationships with families, including those difficult to reach.
• Strong communication and record-keeping skills.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and across St Helens as required.

Contract Length: 3-6 months with a view to extend to an ongoing contract.Pay Rate: £14.82 - £19.22Working pattern - 37 hours per week, onsite.Hit the apply button now and follow the steps below:Contact Leasha on Here at Spencer Clarke Group, we pride ourselves on connecting you with the best career opportunities; our experienced Consultants have extensive market knowledge in Children's Services and will also provide expert career advice along the way.We also have a market leading referral scheme of up to £250* so if you know of someone who may also be looking for an exciting career opportunity, ask them to contact Leasha at Spencer Clarke Group. xbpsjku *T's & C's apply.