Family Support Assistant

6 months ago

Worthing, United Kingdom WSCC Full time

**About Us**
West Sussex County Council is a diverse organisation that provides services to more than 850,000 residents’ every day. Through our Early Help Service, we will work with children, families, and young people to help ensure that every person is supported to achieve his or her potential. The foundations for mental health, emotional control, doing well in education and parenting ability are all set in place in the early years; the home surroundings, family life and parenting are all important factors in determining positive outcomes for children as they grow and develop.

For more information about Children’s Services, please visit our **Education, Children and Families** **page and our **WSCC Health and Social Care** section of our website.

For more information about working for West Sussex County Council (WSCC), please visit our **WSCC About Us** page on our West Sussex County Council website.
**The Opportunity** Salary**: £24,294 to £24,702 per annum
**Working Pattern**: Full-Time (37 hours)
**Contract Length**: Permanent
**Location**: Worthing

You may be the co-ordinator of Early Help Plans to assess each member of the family and agree outcomes that the family and professionals around them will work towards. You will use a strengths-based approach to support and sustain positive change that improves outcomes for children and young people.

You will help to provide a safe and welcoming space for young people through the Find It Out (FIO) offer. You’ll be able to speak confidently with young people, understand their needs and be able to help them access appropriate support at a time that suits them, including after school hours.

You will be a team player with a passion for engaging with parents, providing direct support and encouraging families to access to our services. You will use your initiative to organise your workload and respond to unanticipated problems for families.

You must have experience of working with families along with a good understanding of the importance of parenting skills and community development, as well as the challenges of family life.

We are looking for someone who is NVQ level 3 qualified in Childcare, Play Work, Family Support, or equivalent related area.
**Experience and Skills** Key Skills**:

- Good communication and interpersonal skills across a range of audiences, with an ability to present information verbally and in writing which is clear, concise and accurate. Able to provide specialist advice and guidance whilst maintaining trust with families who may otherwise not want to engage with services they may distrust.
- Strong customer focus with the ability to work as a key contact and provide a professional service to meet customer’s needs, both individually and in groups.
- Ability to respond sensitively and flexibly to diverse groups of providers and families whilst maintaining confidentiality.
- Ability to organise/prioritise work, co-ordinate a variety of tasks in a clear and logical way and meet agreed deadlines.
- Ability to work within recognised procedures, able to effectively organise own workload. Can use initiative to respond to unanticipated problems.

**Qualifications and/or experience**:

- NVQ level 3 in childcare, play work, family support or related area and/or relevant experience working with parents, carers and children.
- Good knowledge of child development.
- Good understanding of the importance of parenting skills and community development with an understanding of the challenges of family life.
- Knowledge of safeguarding procedures.
- Experience of working with families in a community setting.
- Experience of working within the early years, family support, family centre or child health sector

**Rewards and Benefits**
As an employer we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where employees can achieve their full potential, achieve a healthy work-life balance and are rewarded for the work they do.

In addition to working within a great team and a brilliant opportunity you will receive:
For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our Rewards and Benefits page.
**Further Information**
The reference number for this role is CAFHE05249.

Job Reference: CAFHE05249

  • Family Support Assistant

    7 months ago

    Worthing, United Kingdom WSCC Full time

    **About Us** The Early Help Service is an integral part of the Children, Young People and Learning Directorate. We work with children, families, and young people to help ensure that every child is supported to achieve his or her potential. Early Help ensures that children and families receive accessible and coordinated support when they need it. This support...

  • Support Services Coordinator

    18 hours ago

    Worthing, West Sussex, United Kingdom Consensus Support Full time

    Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives?About the Role:We are seeking a highly motivated and caring Personal Development Assistant to join our team at Consensus Support.Key Responsibilities:Support individuals with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs to engage in meaningful activitiesAssist with daily living tasks and...

  • Family Support Worker

    7 months ago

    Worthing, United Kingdom WSCC Full time

    **About Us** At West Sussex County Council, we are ambitious for our children and our workforce and are committed to improving our services for children and families in West Sussex. You will join us at a key time in our improvement journey, while we focus on delivering flawless family support and driving forward our ‘Children First’ improvement...

  • Family Support Key Worker

    6 months ago

    Worthing, United Kingdom WSCC Full time

    **About Us** The Early Help Service is an integral part of the Children, Young People and Learning Directorate. We work with children, families, and young people to help ensure that every child is supported to achieve his or her potential. Early Help ensures that children and families receive accessible and coordinated support when they need it. This support...

  • Family Support Worker

    1 month ago

    Worthing, United Kingdom West Sussex County Council Full time

    About Us At West Sussex County Council, we are ambitious for our children and our workforce and are committed to improving our services for children and families in West Sussex. You will join us at a key time in our improvement journey, while we focus on delivering flawless family support and driving forward our ‘Children First’ improvement plan. ...

  • Family Support Key Worker

    7 months ago

    Worthing, United Kingdom WSCC Full time

    **About Us** The Early Help Service is an integral part of the Children, Young People and Learning Directorate. We work with children, families, and young people to help ensure that every child is supported to achieve his or her potential. Early Help ensures that children and families receive accessible and coordinated support when they need it. This support...

  • Family Support Professional

    4 weeks ago

    Worthing, West Sussex, United Kingdom WSCC Full time

    At West Sussex County Council, we are committed to providing high-quality services for children and families in the county. As a Family Support Professional, you will be working closely with children, young people, and their families to help them achieve their full potential.About the RoleThis is an exciting opportunity to join our team of dedicated...

  • Family Support Advocate

    1 month ago

    Worthing, West Sussex, United Kingdom West Sussex County Council Full time

    About UsAt West Sussex County Council, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional support services for children and families. Our Early Help Service plays a vital role in ensuring every child reaches their full potential.We work collaboratively with social care, providing accessible and co-ordinated support when it's needed most. This ranges from universal...

  • Family Support Coordinator

    3 weeks ago

    Worthing, West Sussex, United Kingdom DePaul Full time

    About the Role">As a Family Support Coordinator, you will play a vital role in providing guidance and support to young people aged 11-25 and their families who are experiencing family difficulties and at risk of homelessness.The successful candidate will work closely with the Deputy Prevention Services Manager and the housing team at Adur and Worthing...

  • Nursery Assistant

    6 months ago

    Worthing, United Kingdom Bright Horizons Family Solutions Full time

    **Nursery**: Bright Horizons** **Worthing Day Nursery and Preschool **Salary**: £21,794 - £22,048 (dependent on qualification/s and experience) **Location**: Worthing If you are creative, enthusiastic, and have a passion for teaching and developing little minds - our Nursery Assistant opportunity would be perfect for you. Our Nursery is a home-to-home...

  • Caring Support Professional

    4 weeks ago

    Worthing, West Sussex, United Kingdom Consensus Support Full time

    About Consensus SupportWe're a community of amazing people dedicated to inspiring and empowering people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs. Our services are designed to provide exceptional care that truly changes lives.Job OverviewThis role involves providing care and support to individuals with complex needs, helping them engage in...

  • Family Law Associate

    6 days ago

    Worthing, West Sussex, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    Job Title: Family, Private Client, or Conveyancing ParalegalOverviewWe are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Paralegal to join our dynamic team at CV-Library. The ideal candidate will have experience in family law, Private Client, or Conveyancing and be committed to delivering exceptional legal services.Main ResponsibilitiesSupport solicitors with case...

  • Support Worker Specialist

    20 hours ago

    Worthing, West Sussex, United Kingdom Consensus Support Full time

    At Consensus Support, we believe that our Support Workers are our greatest asset. To help you succeed, we provide training and qualifications to support your personal and professional growth, enabling you to achieve your full potential.This rewarding role offers a competitive hourly rate of £94 per hour, and you will be working across various shift...

  • Child and Family Worker

    6 months ago

    Worthing, United Kingdom WSCC Full time

    **About us** The Solutions Service is a countywide service working with children and their families from 10 to 18 years to help prevent entries to care or to reconnect and reunify a cared for child with their family or extended kinship network. The service aims to help families reconnect and relate, to develop the right conditions for families to live...

  • Personal Care Assistant

    21 hours ago

    Worthing, West Sussex, United Kingdom Consensus Support Full time

    Consensus Support is a community of dedicated individuals who inspire and empower people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs.We are seeking a highly motivated Waking Night Support Worker to join our team in Huntley, Worthing. This rewarding role offers a competitive hourly rate of £94 per hour, making it an attractive opportunity for those...

  • Care & Support Assistant

    6 months ago

    Worthing, United Kingdom McCarthy Stone Full time

    McCarthy Stone are looking for a dynamic **Care Assistant **to join the team at our prestigious **Neptune House** development in **Worthing, Sussex**. **Neptune** **House** was built in 2018 and consisting of 53 apartments for the over 70's in mind, that may or may not need care. **Hourly rate**: £10.72 per hour plus additional pay (see below) **Hours:...

  • Personal Support Assistant

    3 weeks ago

    Worthing, West Sussex, United Kingdom Right at Home Full time

    Empathetic Caregiver Wanted for Rewarding RoleWe are seeking a dedicated Care Assistant to provide high-quality care and support to our clients in Worthing & Shoreham District.As a leading homecare provider, we value our clients' independence and strive to deliver tailored care solutions that meet their unique needs.Job Overview:Our ideal candidate will have...

  • Child & Family Worker - Worthing

    6 months ago

    Worthing, United Kingdom Omega Recruitment Group Full time

    **Child & Family Worker - Worthing** **Location: Bridge House, Worthing covering the central area of WSCC (Worthing/Horsham) **Hours per week: 37.5 - Monday to Friday, 9:00 - 5:30, with some degree of flexibility required Salary: This is a graded role (G7) **Basic Rate : £14.17 + 12.07% holiday pay = £15.88 ph** **About** **the** **job**: As a Child and...

  • Family Mediation Specialist

    1 month ago

    Worthing, West Sussex, United Kingdom DePaul Full time

    About the RoleThe Reconnect Worker will work closely with the Deputy Prevention Services Manager and the housing team at Adur and Worthing Council to set up and run our new Reconnect service.Key ResponsibilitiesWork directly with young people aged 11-25, and their families, who are experiencing family difficulties and at risk of homelessness, providing...

  • Care and Support Assistant

    5 months ago

    Worthing, United Kingdom McCarthy and Stone Full time

    McCarthy Stone are looking for a professional Care and Support Assistant to join their team at their stunning estate Neptune House in Worthing, West Sussex. Base Salary: £11.58 per hour plus additional pay (see below)  Hours: 16 per week  McCarthy Stone have a wealth of support and benefits for their staff. These include:  28 days holiday...