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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part time Children and family practitioner to join our Domestic Abuse Service. You will be joining a multi service charity based in Coventry. In return, we offer a competitive salary of £13,440 p.a. (18 hours a week) plus on-call payments and a contributory pension scheme. Annual leave 26 days plus bank holidays. A comprehensive in-house training programme.

What we do:

The charity has a full trained staff team providing Supported Accommodation and Community Support to young parents and victims of domestic abuse. There is also a Children's Nursery that provides full day care for pre-school children and a Community Wellbeing Service.

We are looking for a reliable and committed woman who is able to:

• Be responsible for the completion of all Early Help referrals and assessments to Family Hubs for service users accessing the Valley House Supported Accommodation Domestic Abuse Service.
• Support service users to access additional Family Hub/WISH support as appropriate.
• Manage the overall responsibility for tracking the progress of Early Help referrals.
• Act as a lead within the service in relation to city wide developments and Family Hubs.
• Facilitate 1 to 1 and group work with families.
• Liaise with universal services and facilitate/develop activities with external agencies where appropriate.
• Facilitate consultation activities with children.
• Continuous development of groups and resources.

The successful candidate will have:

• Minimum NVQ level 3 in a related area of work and/or a minimum of 3 years relevant experience.
• Experience of working with families affected by domestic abuse.
• Experience of completing assessments with vulnerable families.
• Experience of multi-agency working.
• Experience of facilitating group work/activities.
• Knowledge and understanding of the difficulties faced by survivors of domestic abuse.
• Knowledge of effective ways of working to engage with vulnerable families.
• Understanding and passion for the work of Valley House.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and on own initiative.
• Competent in the use of IT tools, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Additional requirements:

• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Be mobile and able to travel city wide (Coventry) at short notice (car driver with use of a vehicle). Candidates who are not car drivers, due to a disability, will be considered.

This post will require a satisfactory DBS check.

This vacancy is open to women only (exempt under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1).

The hours of work are 18 per week.

The closing date is 4pm noon on Tuesday 4 August 2026 and interviews will be held on 11,13 August 2026.

For more information on Valley House please visit our website (url removed)

Smile Education are recruiting for an experienced Family Support Worker to start immediately at a welcoming and inclusive primary school in the Kidderminster area. This is a temporary position expected to continue until the end of the academic year.

The Role
As a Family Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils and their families to overcome barriers to learning, attendance, wellbeing, and engagement. Working closely with the school's safeguarding, pastoral, and leadership teams, you will build positive relationships with families, provide early intervention support, and help create the best possible outcomes for children across the school community.

Responsibilities

• Providing practical and emotional support to pupils and their families
• Working closely with parents and carers to improve attendance, behaviour, and engagement with school
• Supporting safeguarding and child welfare procedures in line with school policies
• Liaising with external agencies and professionals to coordinate support for vulnerable families
• Carrying out home visits where appropriate and maintaining accurate case records
• Delivering early intervention strategies and signposting families to relevant services
• Supporting pupils with social, emotional, and behavioural needs both in and out of the classroom
• Attending multi-agency meetings and contributing to support plans
• Building positive relationships with staff, pupils, parents, and external professionals
• Promoting a safe, nurturing, and inclusive school environment

• Previous experience working as a Family Support Worker, Pastoral Support Worker, or in a similar role within a primary school or education setting (essential)
• Experience supporting vulnerable children and families
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and early help processes
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work effectively with parents, carers, school staff, and external agencies
• Organised, empathetic, and able to manage a varied caseload
• Ability to work independently whilst contributing positively as part of a wider pastoral team
• Current Enhanced DBS Certificate
• Fully vetted and able to start immediately
• Ideally located within a reasonable commuting distance of Kidderminster

General Duties and Responsibilities
2.1In accordance with policies and procedures provide a timely response to the identified needs of children and young people.
2.2To act as the lead professional for an allocated case load of children and families.
2.3Under the direction of a Practice Supervisor Team Manager promote and use a common assessment to identify the needs children, young people and thei click apply for full job details

Family Support Worker/BromCom Admin - Lambeth - September Start - 3 days per week, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesdays

Part time - Monday, Tuesday and Wednesdays, 8.30am until 4pm

Are you passionate about in promoting young people's mental well-being?

Do you want to gain experience in SEN education and learn valuable skills?

An amazing Primary school in Lambeth are looking to take on a Family Support Worker/BromCom Admin to provide their students with continuous encouragement to reach their full potential. The school provide education for students with additional social, emotional and mental health needs as well as students that struggle with behaviour challenges. The role of a Pastoral Support Worker includes providing students with empathy and support in order to help them regulate their thoughts and emotions in a healthy manner. The school is keen to give these students a high quality of education while supporting their individual needs, and as a Pastoral Support Worker you will be working alongside class teachers and professionals based on site to achieve this. This position will provide valuable experience in the industry for anyone looking to pursue a career in education, psychology, criminology etc!

• Family Support Worker/BromCom Admin
• 15 - 16 per day
• Monday, Tuesday and Wednesdays, 8.30am until 4pm
• Graduates welcome
• Located in Lambeth

The responsibilities of a Pastoral Support Worker will include 1-1 student support, keeping students focused, monitoring attendance, effective communication and provide practical advice. This is a highly rewarding role and an opportunity to gain experience in SEN Education. The ideal candidate will have achieved a 2:1 or above in a university degree. Suitable experience could include working with SEN adults and/or children in similar environments or family level. The Pastoral Support Worker employed will be pro-active, adaptable, and ambitious and have the potential to commit to the full academic year. The students in this school require a Pastoral Support Worker who will understand their complex needs and is up to taking on challenges and dilemmas while being open minded.

If you are interested in this role, apply with an updated CV today!

Locum Family Support Worker

18 - 20 per hour

Gloucestershire

NonStop Consulting is working with one of the most reputable children's charities in the country in order to help them find a Family Support Worker who can join them on a locum basis for several months.

They offer flexibility with home working and a good pay rate that can go up to 20 per hour.

Benefits:

• Very good pay: 20 per hour
• charity with a very good reputation
• home working
• this role can become permanent so it is stable
• Interviews available quickly so you can secure a new role as soon as possible

Key Responsibilities:

Requirements:

Please apply if you are a Family Support Worker and if you have experience in early help. You must drive also.

If you believe this opportunity is the right match for your skills and experience, please submit your CV (ideally in Word format) via this site.

Your new company
Hays are working in partnership with a well-established national charity that provides vital support services to children, young people and families across Birmingham. Due to increased demand, an opportunity has arisen for an experienced Early Help Support Worker to join a community-focused service delivering early intervention and practical support to families across a Birmingham district. This organisation is committed to helping families access the right support at the right time and works closely with local authorities, voluntary sector partners and community organisations to achieve positive outcomes.

Your new role
As an Early Help Support Worker, you will manage a caseload of families requiring early intervention support and work collaboratively with local agencies and community groups to coordinate tailored support packages. You will complete Early Help Assessments, undertake home visits, provide practical and emotional support, and signpost families to appropriate services. The role requires strong partnership working with children's services, schools, health professionals and voluntary sector organisations to ensure families receive timely and effective support. You will maintain accurate case records, contribute to service evaluations, and produce case studies evidencing the positive impact of interventions.

This is a hybrid position offering flexibility between home working, community-based work and office attendance.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A minimum NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent within social care, education, health or a related field.
• Previous experience supporting children, young people and families within an Early Help, Family Support, Community Support or similar setting.
• Experience completing assessments, managing caseloads and developing support plans.
• A strong understanding of safeguarding, child development and Early Help intervention frameworks.
• Excellent communication, partnership-building and engagement skills, with the ability to work effectively with families and multi-agency professionals.
• Strong record-keeping, organisational and IT skills.
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle, as travel across the locality is essential.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive hourly rate of 19 per hour
• 55p per mile mileage allowance
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference to vulnerable children and families
• Valuable experience working within a highly respected community-based service
• Dedicated support from your Hays consultant throughout your assignment
• Potential for contract extension depending on service requirements

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Family Support Worker (Agency)

Location: Surrey
Pay: 15.00- 17.00 per hour
Hours: Flexible - Choose Your Own Shifts

We are looking for experienced and compassionate Family Support Workers to join our growing agency team across Surrey.

This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same. You will be supporting children and young people across a range of settings, including:

• Children's residential homes
• Unregulated placements
• Contact supervision sessions
• Escorting and transporting children and young people safely to and from appointments, education, family contact, and other locations

You will be working with children and young people who have experienced trauma and may present with emotional and behavioural needs. Your role will be to provide consistent, positive support while promoting their safety, wellbeing, and development.

We're seeking individuals who are resilient, reliable, and passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people.

• Previous experience working with children and young people.
• An understanding of trauma-informed practice and supporting young people with emotional and behavioural needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A caring, patient, and professional approach.
• The legal right to work in the UK.

• A full UK driving licence with business insurance (preferred but not essential).
• Experience working in residential childcare, family support, or similar environments.

• Flexible working to suit your lifestyle.
• Competitive pay rates of 15.00- 17.00 per hour.
• A diverse role with opportunities to work across multiple settings.
• Ongoing support from our experienced recruitment team.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable children and young people.

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship or Skilled Worker visas for this role. Applicants must already have the unrestricted right to work in the UK.

If you have the experience, dedication, and passion to support children and young people through challenging circumstances, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team committed to creating positive outcomes for young people across Surrey.

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Job Title: Family Support Worker
Type: Permanent, full time (Flexibility needed for late shifts and occassional weekend work)
Salary: 27,352 per annum

Our client already holds a huge presence in the parental assessment sector and understands the importance of continued care so have now opened supported housing to provide the follow-on residential care for their assessed families.

They are going the extra mile and provide residential family based support to low-risk families and break the cycle to keep families together.

Does this sound like something you would be proud to be a part of?

Good news! My client is looking for several family support workers to join the team - We would love to speak with you, there's no harm in a phone call!

• Starting salary of 27,352 per annum - plus opportunity for overtime
• Located in Ilford, Essex, IG1
• Family Support Worker will work closely with families, assessing and implementing placement plans to promote, strengthen and develop parenting skills
• Home recently renovated and refurbished to a very high specification
• Family Support worker benefits inclusive of but not limited to:

• Minimum Level 3 NVQ in Health and Social Care/Or equivalent (Essential)
• Must have worked with families inclusive of parental skill improvement (Essential)

Job Title

Family Support Worker / Pastoral Lead
Salary: Competitive (typically 23,000 - 30,000 FTE, depending on experience)
Hours: Full-Time
Contract Type: Permanent / Fixed Term

About the School

It is a welcoming, inclusive community dedicated to providing the best possible start for all our students. They are seeking a passionate, resilient Family Support Worker to join their dedicated pastoral team.

The Role

You will work closely with the Senior Leadership Team and external agencies to act as a primary point of contact for their most vulnerable families. Your goal is to break down barriers to learning by addressing issues such as poor attendance, parental mental health, housing, and challenging behaviour.

Key Responsibilities

• Casework Management: Carry out early-help assessments, devise tailored support plans, and hold regular meetings with parents and guardians.
• Attendance Improvement: Proactively engage with families to reduce persistent absenteeism and lateness.
• Safeguarding: Work alongside the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) to identify, monitor, and report child welfare concerns.
• Multi-Agency Collaboration: Liaise with local authorities, social care, health professionals, and local charities to secure resources for families.

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience in a social care, school, or community setting supporting children and families.
• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Childcare, Social Work, or a related discipline is highly desirable.
• Exceptional interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills.
• A strong, practical understanding of safeguarding and child protection protocols.

Application Process

• To apply for the role contact Jack at Veritas on (phone number removed)

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting for a Family Support Worker on behalf og Liverpool Council Children's services. This position is based within the short breaks team which provided support to children and families with disabilities. The role is hybrid working with a mixture of home working, visits in the community with service users and office based work. As such, there is a requirement for the successful candidate to be a car driver as you will be providing face-to-face support to families where applicable.

Duties of the role will include:

• Completing short breaks and carers needs assessment
• Short break reviews
• Carrying out requests for care and support
• Signposting to other services
• Helping families to implement routines and communication plans

• Experience of working with young people and their families
• Experience of working with children with disabilities
• Full UK driving license
• Enhanced DBS check
• Be able to work upon own initiative and within a team

• You will receive a dedicated and personal consultant with a vast knowledge of social work
• We are a nationwide supplier of Social Work staff to over 200 local authorities which means we have a wide variety of exclusive roles based all over the country
• We provide frequent updates of new opportunities via text and email
• We have an expert payroll service which is processed twice a week