Child and Family Support Specialist

3 weeks ago


Chelmsford, Essex, United Kingdom Essex County Council Full time
Job Title: Child and Family Support Worker

Essex County Council is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Child and Family Support Worker to join our Supervised Family Time Team. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in fostering positive connections between children in care and their birth families.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Supervise and facilitate family time sessions, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for children and families.
  • Collaborate with social workers to deliver tailored support that addresses the unique needs of each child and their family.
  • Build strong, effective relationships with children, young people, and families, promoting relationship-based social work practice.
  • Liaise and work collaboratively with internal and external professional partner agencies to gather accurate information and inform assessment and decisions about the plan for the child.
  • Provide information and advice in relation to involvement/accessing of third-party agencies relevant to the needs of the child, young person, and family.
  • Contribute to meetings, reviews, and case conferences to provide information that builds understanding of the child's needs.
  • Accurate report writing is essential to this role, in accordance with Children & Families policies and procedures.

Requirements:

  • Educated to RQF Level 3 (A Level/NVQ/BTEC) or equivalent experience.
  • Experience of building strong, effective relationships with children and families in times of challenge and crisis.
  • Experience and understanding of child development and play-based activities with children and families.
  • Knowledge and understanding of the issues impacting children, young people, and families, leading them to require support.

What We Offer:

Essex County Council is committed to investing in our workforce and providing opportunities for professional development and growth. As a Child and Family Support Worker, you will have the opportunity to work with a dedicated team of professionals who are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and families.

How to Apply:

If you are a motivated and compassionate individual who is passionate about working with children and families, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application, including your CV and a covering letter, to [insert contact information].



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