Family Support Worker - Hartlepool, United Kingdom - Hartlepool Borough Council

Hartlepool Borough Council
Hartlepool Borough Council
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Hartlepool, United Kingdom

4 weeks ago

Tom O´Connor

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Vacancy Details:


Summary

Location:


  • Windsor Offices
    Region:
  • North East England
    Job Type:
  • Permanent
    Category:
  • Social Care
  • Children Service
    Date Posted:
  • 09/11/2023
    Reference:

Description:


Children's and joint commissioning services

Youth services
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FAMILY SUPPORT WORKER



REF:
102084

Band 7-9 £24,702 - £31,364 pa**
Permanent

37 hpw
Hartlepool is a vibrant and energetic town with growing prospects.

As an authority we want to make Hartlepool the best it possibly can be and want dedicated, motivated staff to help us achieve that.

We are seeking a family support worker who is enthusiastic to undertake a wide range of responsibilities.

You will need high quality written and verbal communication skills, be able to demonstrate resilience and flexibility and have good observation and assessment skills.

You should have experience of direct work with young people and families and be able to work purposefully under pressure.

The ability to prioritise and work both independently and as part of a team is essential to this role, as well as building and maintaining relationships with partner agencies and service users.


There will be a requirement to achieve objectives and specific targets at key periods, ensuring that these are consistent with overall strategic expectations.

The successful applicant must be creative and have an enthusiastic approach to supporting young people.

Focusing on young people in Hartlepool who are leaving mainstream education into 16 provision who live with mental, physical and social issues.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable young adults. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.


For further information please contact Melissa Thornhill, Team lead (One stop Shop team) on

Closing date: 27 November 2023, midnight

Interviews:
TBC

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