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Family Support Worker in UK Resettlement Team Fixed Term
1 month ago
We have an exciting opportunity in the North Somerset Family Wellbeing Team for a Family Support Worker within the United Kingdom Resettlement Team.
This post is currently fixed term up to 16th January 2026 but may be extended subject to continuation of government funding.
About the role
We are seeking a Family Support Worker to assist in the delivery of the North Somerset Council United Kingdom Resettlement Scheme. This role will support the Local Authority in relation to individuals and families on the Government Resettlement programmes from Syria, Afghanistan and Ukraine.
This is part of the government programme that has sought support from all UK Local Authorities to resettle refugees to assist with this global humanitarian crisis. Supporting the families and individuals will involve liaising and working in partnership with local government, professional partners, voluntary groups and charities, developing a plan for resettlement within our communities.
You should be well organised with effective communication skills both verbally and in writing. You will also be prepared to be flexible to achieve the outcomes of this scheme. The ability to engage with families and individuals and partner agencies to understand the challenges faced by refugees is essential.
This is a full-time post and being offered on a fixed term contract to 16 January 2026 with the possibility to extend.
This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.
About you
You should be a highly effective individual, able to work confidently alone and as an effective member of the team within a multiagency environment. You must also have a passion for finding solutions, be up for a challenge and be prepared to try different ways of working to get results.
Applicants need to have an NVQ level 3 or 4 or equivalent qualifications.
The post may require some evening and occasional weekend work.
Want to know more and apply?
For an informal discussion, please contact Heena Crabb, Team Leader, on
Anticipated interview date: Monday 05 August 2024.
As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.
At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
North Somerset Council – Open, Fairer, Greener.
Please note: We are currently only accepting applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.
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