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Family Support Worker

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Education & Teaching

AI generated summary

  • You must support parenting skills, assist families with daily challenges, collaborate with professionals, and have experience in education, nursery, or family support settings.
  • You will support families with daily issues, foster empathy, collaborate with professionals, and ensure children's educational and care needs are met.

Requirements

  • Have the ability to support people with basic parenting and life skills
  • Can encourage families to deal with day-to-day issues related to raising children
  • Ability to work with a range of professionals to help work towards a positive outcome
  • Candidates who have experience working with children in an education or nursery setting or a similar family support setting are desirable.

Responsibilities

  • Can encourage families to deal with any day-to-day issues they might such as financial problems, family issues or issues with school attendance.
  • Are empathetic when dealing with complex families and children.
  • Can work with families to ensure that children do well in school and have their care needs fully met.
  • Can work with a range of professionals to improve outcomes for children and families.

FAQs

What is the location of the Family Support Worker position?

The position is located in Hendon, Barnett.

What are the working hours for this role?

The role is permanent, requiring 40 hours per week, typically organized in 3 x 10 hour shifts.

What is the salary range for the Family Support Worker position?

The salary for this position ranges from £25,000 to £27,000, depending on experience.

What is the shift pattern for this role?

The shift pattern involves working 3 shifts one week and 4 shifts the next, from 7:30am to 8:00pm, which may include weekends.

What specific tasks will the Family Support Worker be responsible for?

The Family Support Worker will encourage families to address day-to-day issues, ensure children do well in school, and collaborate with a range of professionals to improve outcomes for families.

What qualifications or experience are preferred for this role?

Candidates with experience working with children in educational or nursery settings, or in similar family support roles, are desirable.

What skills are essential for a successful Family Support Worker?

Essential skills include empathy, the ability to support basic parenting and life skills, and the capability to collaborate with various professionals.

Is there an opportunity for training and development in this position?

While the job description does not specify, many organizations provide training opportunities for skill enhancement in similar roles.

What type of families will the Family Support Worker be working with?

The Family Support Worker will be working with complex families facing safeguarding concerns and at risk of having their children taken into care.

How can I apply for the Family Support Worker position?

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Human Resources
Industry
11-50
Employees
2015
Founded Year

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