Family Support Specialist

4 weeks ago

Croydon, Greater London, United Kingdom Croydon Council Full time

Family Support Specialist – Family Assessment Service – Children – Croydon Council

Salary: Grade £44,019 - £52,116

Permanent – 36 hours per week. Welcome Payment – £10,000 Retention Payment – £2,500

Hybrid working available

Job Overview

At Croydon Council, we are dedicated to providing exceptional services to children and families. We aim for our social work professionals to uphold high standards and challenge one another to excel in their practice. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a team that is committed to adapting to the evolving needs of our community. We are currently seeking Family Support Specialists to join our Family Assessment Service, which handles cases referred from our Front Door (MASH).

In this role, you will conduct Child and Family Assessments, develop family support plans, and collaborate with families to implement agreed interventions. You will also carry out S47 Child Protection Enquiries and work alongside various partner organizations to ensure the safety and well-being of children and young people. Our Family Assessment Service comprises five teams based in modern facilities, and we invite you to be part of our mission to enhance the lives of children and families across the Borough.

Key Qualifications

We are looking for confident, qualified social workers who are registered with Social Work England and have completed their ASYE. Candidates should demonstrate their skills, resilience, and experience in the following areas:

  • Building relationships to foster positive change.
  • Identifying and leveraging family strengths.
  • Managing complex cases effectively.
  • Conducting Child and Family assessments with families and children.
  • Collaborating directly with children, young people, and families while demonstrating a strong understanding of multi-agency partnerships and thresholds of need.
  • Possessing excellent interpersonal skills to engage with families and referrers from various partner agencies.
  • Demonstrating strong analytical and writing abilities, incorporating our systemic practice model that emphasizes family strengths and protective factors.
  • Exhibiting effective time management skills to meet deadlines.

Why Work with Us

Croydon’s Children’s Services is built on an established Systemic Practice model, with experienced leadership and robust support for practitioners. Our workforce is diverse, and we celebrate this diversity through our commitment to anti-racist and anti-discriminatory practices. We are dedicated to delivering outstanding social work services to children and families. Additional benefits of joining our team include:

  • Collaboration with experienced social workers at various levels.
  • A highly diverse workforce.
  • Actively promoted reflective supervision.
  • A culture focused on teamwork to drive positive change.
  • Manageable caseloads that allow for in-depth knowledge of children and high standards of practice.
  • Support from an established team to help you acclimate and share their expertise.

Benefits

You will be recognized for your skills and expertise, supported by a team of seasoned professionals and management at Croydon Council, one of the largest employers in the area. We offer:

  • A competitive compensation package.
  • Accredited Systemic Practice training.
  • A variety of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunities.
  • 29-31 days of annual leave (grade equivalent) plus Bank Holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave.
  • A pension scheme with an average employer contribution of 20%.
  • Genuine opportunities for growth, development, and specialization in your career.
  • Management development programs.
  • Investment in your well-being.
  • Access to an Employee Discount scheme featuring various programs.
  • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance.

Commitment to Inclusivity

Croydon Council is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be subject to a DBS check.

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