Family Support Worker - Knowsley, United Kingdom - Seven Resourcing

Seven Resourcing

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Knowsley, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Seven Social Care are currently looking for a Family Support Worker to start work in Knowsley. This is an interim post, initially for 3 months with the view to extending.

You will work as a member of the Cared for Children and Young People's Teams.

The post-holder will contribute to assessment, planning and intervention for families as set out by a Social Worker and will work in partnership with Special Guardians, foster carers, parents, and children by providing assessments, support, advice and training as recommended by Children's Social Care and or the Court.

Responsibilities:

Build up a good relationship with the children and young people and their families
Work alongside the team and supporting one another in order to deliver the best care for the children and young people
Working with other health and care professionals
Providing care which focuses on the needs of the individual but also promotes independence
Creating a safe and positive living environment
Supporting the children and young people with their day to day activities
In a safe and supportive setting, provide leisure and creative activities

Applicant Requirements:

Experience:
1 year experience in a similar role

Qualifications:
To hold or be willing to work towards achieving a minimum of level 3 NVQ / QCF related to working with children

Compliance:
Current enhanced DBS, right to work in the UK.

Hours: 36 hours a week

Travel:
To hold a driving license with relevant insurance and have access to a car for daily use

Working with Seven Social Care:

We have been helping social care professionals find exciting new roles for almost a decade, so we know exactly where to look when it comes to sourcing the best opportunities.

We operate across the UK, and, with over 300 five-star reviews, multiple awards and amazing relationships with the biggest employers in UK social care, we give you the best chance of landing your next role.

Job Types:
Full-time, Temporary contract

Contract length: 3 months

Salary:
£22.70 per hour

Experience:

- similar: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:
- level 3 NVQ / QCF related to working with children (preferred)

Work authorisation: