Senior Family Support Worker

1 month ago

Guildford, United Kingdom Home-Start Guildford Full time

Senior Family Support Worker

Starting salary: £27,500 FTE

Hours between: 18 and 37 per week

Contract: Permanent / Hybrid Working

Location: Locations across Guildford borough, the office and home working

Home-Start is committed to promoting the welfare of families with young children to enable them to have the best start in life. We are recruiting a Senior Family Support Worker to offer support to families with complex needs which may include poor mental health or English as a Second Language.  The role will be based in Guildford, but working in family homes across the borough.  The successful candidate will be someone experienced in: working with parents; the needs and development of young children and developing projects.

 

Purpose of the job:

To provide support to families experiencing multiple or complex issues, which may include poor mental health and English as a second language through regular home visiting To facilitate a Family Group, in accordance with the Family Group procedures and Family Group guidelines Manage Family Group volunteers through supervision and managing roles and rotas To implement good Safeguarding and confidentiality practice in all areas of work To ensure inclusion and diversity in all aspects of Home-Start Guildford’s work

 

Main responsibilities:

To support families through visiting by: assessing needs, planning support and monitoring progress (through review meetings) whilst maintaining high standards of practice within the Home-Start model. To review and identify outcomes of support visits or Group sessions and where appropriate, liaise with Coordinators and inform them of any concerns/ issues. Welcome parents/ carers to the Family Groups, support them to share quality time with their children and provide non-judgemental support. To set up and clear the room at Family Group, ensuring all equipment is left clean and tidy.  Maintain cleanliness and safety of toys and equipment, replacing when necessary. To keep clear and accurate records on a family’s file on the database (Charity Log) of all contact, support to families and reviews. Work with other colleagues including health and social care professionals to achieve family resilience. Attend Team Around the Family, Child in Need and Child Protection meetings when necessary. Attend staff team meetings and supervision. Manage own caseload, administration and diary commitments. Maintain up to date knowledge of local service provision for appropriate signposting and referrals. Contribute to the Volunteer Preparation course.

Supporting the work of Home-Start Guildford:

Promote Home-Start Guildford at local networks. Attend Home-Start family events and outings and relevant training. Work cooperatively with the Manager and staff team to support the development of and promotion of Home-Start Guildford.  This may include inducting new team members.

Am I the right person for this role?
We are looking for someone with the following skills:

Knowledge of the voluntary, community and faith sector Excellent interpersonal skills, organisational, communication and listening skills Knowledge of safeguarding concerns Knowledge of current legislation and policies relating to children and families Experience of working with mental health issues Experience of working with individuals with English as a Second Language Ability to lead a team of volunteers Car driver with a clean licence and access to a car for work

What we are offering you:

Home-Start Guildford is a family friendly employer and keen to provide our employees with a supportive and engaging environment. As well as ongoing development and training, we offer a wide range of benefits; from annual leave, flexible working and a contributory pension scheme, as well as free on-site parking.

How to apply:

Home-Start Guildford is a small team, but one who works hard and has fun.  If you are interested in joining us, please read the job description and person specification and forward a completed application form and monitoring form.

If you would like an informal conversation before progressing your application, please contact the Home-Start Guildford office.

Home-Start Guildford is committed to safer recruitment and equality of opportunity and diversity.  This role is subject to DBS checks.

Please see our website for more information about Home-Start Guildford.

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