1398 family support worker jobs found

Family Complex Needs Specialist (Support Worker)    Role Type: Temporary (Approx. 8 weeks potential for permanent extension)   Salary: £30,000 per annum (£16.16 per hour incl. holiday pay or £18.71 umbrella) Hours: Full-Time 40hrs (Day shift pattern, 1in4 weekends) Location: Leicester      Role Overview: We are currently recruiting for Family Complex Needs Specialist Support Workers to join a national organisation committed to supporting vulnerable individuals across the UK. This role involves working as part of the Support Team in Leicester to help people experiencing homelessness and multiple disadvantages to overcome barriers to achieving greater independence. As a Family Complex Needs Support Worker you will be supporting families and their children, who are facing homelessness and have multiple needs. This can include supporting drug and alcohol addiction, debt, parental hospitalisation or imprisonment, disabilities or special educational needs, school...

Position: Family Support Worker Location: London Hybrid working **Must have experience** The post holder will be assigned to a social work team and will also work across the Family Assessment Service when the need arises. The team will undertake statutory assessments to identify targeted support and interventions that meet the diverse needs of the children, young people and families that live or access services within the service area. It will be necessary, on occasion to work with families in other parts of the borough to ensure timely access to services. Specifically the role will require the Family support worker to: • Contribute to the undertaking of assessments and service delivery for families who are identified as having children and young people in need of assessment, support and intervention. • Support to children, young people and families with multiple and complex needs where intensive support is required and this will include undertaking direct work with children,...

JOB-(phone number removed)-db(phone number removed) Job Title: Social Worker - Family Support/Child Protection Team Specialism: Family Support/Child Protection Location: London, UK Salary: £38.50 hourly Type: Ongoing (Full-time or Part-time) This ongoing role presents a thrilling opportunity for a social worker keen to make a real difference in the lives of children and families, all while enjoying the flexibility of full-time or part-time locum work. London, the vibrant capital, offers an incredible backdrop to such vital work. Perks and benefits: Flexible hours: Provides adaptable working patterns to suit your lifestyle and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Diverse experience: Gain exposure to different communities, enhancing your professional growth. Competitive hourly rate: Earn a strong rate that reflects your expertise and contribution. Full-time or part-time options: Choose a working arrangement that fits your needs. Meaningful impact: Make a direct and positive...

Contract: Fixed Term – 9 months from April 2026 Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week Location: National coverage, with primary base at HMP Styal and delivery at HMP Drake Hall and HMP Foston Hall. Occasional travel and overnight stays may be required.   Make a meaningful difference for women and families affected by imprisonment.   Join us as a Groupwork Development Officer in our Women’s Estates, where you’ll coordinate and deliver high quality groupwork programmes that strengthen relationships, support parenting, and improve outcomes for children and families. Working within His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) rules and regulations, you will help reduce the risk of re offending by facilitating practical, evidence based interventions and creating a safe, supportive learning environment. What you’ll do Design and deliver PACT relationship and parenting courses, plus one to one booklet support, ensuring materials and evaluation data are kept current and centrally...

The duties and responsibilities of Family Support Workers vary depending on the needs of the family they are helping, but their key duties and responsibilities can include: Assessing the needs of their clients Creating a plan of support for their clients based on a needs assessment Conducting regular caseload reviews with families and individual clients during home visits to ensure that there are no issues at home Ensuring adherence to standards and legislation for confidentiality, equality and diversity Managing their workload and scheduled commitments Keeping records and updating reports for their cases Attending court sessions dealing with the care and protection of children Working with Social Workers to determine a family’s needs when a child returns home after being in foster care. The role will also also suit a Newly Qualified Social Worker looking. You must have: - At least 6 months recent experience as a Family Support Worker / Family Assessment Worker - A recent DBS / or...

Join our specialist support worker team! We're seeking experienced and passionate support workers or senior support workers committed to making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people. You'll join specialist teams providing high-level support, creating safe environments, and understanding the impact of trauma on young people's behaviors and communication. Benefits of joining a specialist team: Elevated pay rate Consistent and predictable rolling rota Supportive team and excellent communication from Randstad Variety of pay options Opportunity to use and develop specialist skills Access to professional development trainingWhat to expect: Dedicate your experience to a child or young person Provide day-to-day support (activities, appointments, family contact) - ideally with a driver's license and business insurance Engage and encourage participation in activities and structure Provide accurate reports for care plans and goals Play a critical role in safety...

Learning Support Professional Location: Fulham, London Full-Time | Term-Time Are you a passionate Learning Support Assistant / Teaching Assistant looking to make a genuine impact? We are seeking a dedicated Learning Support Professional to join a supportive, values-driven alternative provision in Fulham. This is a rewarding opportunity to support students at risk of exclusion or who have experienced barriers to mainstream education, helping them re-engage, build confidence, and achieve their potential. The Role As a Learning Support Professional, you will: * Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with SEN (Special Educational Needs) and additional needs * Work closely with teachers to adapt learning materials and strategies * Support students’ social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs * Build strong, positive relationships to encourage engagement, resilience, and confidence * Help create a safe, inclusive, and structured learning environment *...

Job Overview We are currently recruiting for a compassionate and reliable Support Worker to provide high-quality care and support within the community. This role involves working with a diverse range of individuals, including elderly people, those with physical or learning disabilities, individuals with mental health needs, and families requiring additional support. As a Support Worker, you will play a key role in promoting independence, dignity, and overall wellbeing, enabling service users and families to live as independently as possible within their own homes and local community. Key Responsibilities * Deliver person-centred support tailored to individual and family needs and preferences * Assist with personal care where required, including washing, dressing, and toileting * Support with daily living tasks such as meal preparation, medication prompts, and light household duties * Provide practical and emotional support to families, helping to maintain a stable...

Surrey aims to work alongside families, to respect families and their rights, to work with them in partnership and with their informed consent, to recognise their strengths and help them identify their needs. Our overarching duty is to promote the upbringing of children within their families, where this is compatible with the welfare of the children.Social workers in Surrey will be supported to develop high levels of skill in motivational practice which they will use to help parents identify the aspects of their lives/behaviours that they want to change and provide the help and support to families, on a partnership basis, that they need to support them in their change. Casework Management * Provide high quality relationship based social work services to children and families at tier 4 level of Surrey Safeguarding Children Board's Effective Family Resilience criteria.Safeguarding Understand the forms of abuse and neglect that children can be exposed to and differentiate clearly...

Surrey aims to work alongside families, to respect families and their rights, to work with them in partnership and with their informed consent, to recognise their strengths and help them identify their needs. Our overarching duty is to promote the upbringing of children within their families, where this is compatible with the welfare of the children.Social workers in Surrey will be supported to develop high levels of skill in motivational practice which they will use to help parents identify the aspects of their lives/behaviours that they want to change and provide the help and support to families, on a partnership basis, that they need to support them in their change. Specific areas of work will vary depending on the team but will include: -triage of contacts to the service to ascertain whether contacts from families, members of the community and partner organisations meet the threshold for a statutory social work assessment of significant impairment of a child's...

Casework Management * Take professional responsibility as directed for managing a caseload which will include individuals, children, families and carers who require support and guidance. Enable them to identify their needs and plan support to meet those needs using the full range of options, seeking advice and support where appropriate. * Demonstrate confident and effective judgement about risk and accountability in decision making. Assessment and Review * Use assessment procedures discerningly in response to the presenting needs and to ensure that a proportionate assessment is completed in a way that enables maximum participation. Advice and Guidance * Provide information, advice and guidance in line with current national legislation and to recognise the need for, and appropriately signpost to other agencies, services or providers. Safeguarding * Understand the forms of harm and their impact on people and be able to identify safeguarding concerns. * Where relevant and with...

Casework Management * Take professional responsibility as directed for managing a caseload which will include individuals, children, families and carers who require support and guidance. Enable them to identify their needs and plan support to meet those needs using the full range of options, seeking advice and support where appropriate. * Demonstrate confident and effective judgement about risk and accountability in decision making. Assessment and Review * Use assessment procedures discerningly in response to the presenting needs and to ensure that a proportionate assessment is completed in a way that enables maximum participation. Advice and Guidance * Provide information, advice and guidance in line with current national legislation and to recognise the need for, and appropriately signpost to other agencies, services or providers. Safeguarding * Understand the forms of harm and their impact on people and be able to identify safeguarding concerns. * Where relevant and with...

Surrey aims to work alongside families, to respect families and their rights, to work with them in partnership and with their informed consent, to recognise their strengths and help them identify their needs. Our overarching duty is to promote the upbringing of children within their families, where this is compatible with the welfare of the children.Social workers in Surrey will be supported to develop high levels of skill in motivational practice which they will use to help parents identify the aspects of their lives/behaviours that they want to change and provide the help and support to families, on a partnership basis, that they need to support them in their change. Specific areas of work will vary depending on the team but will include: -triage of contacts to the service to ascertain whether contacts from families, members of the community and partner organisations meet the threshold for a statutory social work assessment of significant impairment of a child's...

Inglefield are currently looking for a compassionate, dedicated individual to join our team as a Casual Residential Childcare Worker. If you would like to support, nurture, and empower children in care to reach their full potential - this could be the role for you! Inglefield is a small, welcoming residential home based in Runcorn, offering short breaks and long-term residential support for children and young people aged 4 to 18. We provide care within a warm, family-centred environment where every young person is valued and supported. Essential Requirements Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent qualification) - essential Previous experience working with children and young people in a residential or care setting Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection practices Ability to work shifts, including evenings, weekends Strong communication and teamwork skillsWhat We Offer Supportive team environment Ongoing training and development opportunities...

Experienced Social workers required in Swindon's family safeguarding service. The team work within pods to optimise the management, oversight and support to all Social Workers. There are 5 Social Workers and 1 Manager per POD. Social Workers must have with experience and skill to: Undertake comprehensive assessments including parenting assessments in a timely way to inform development of outcome focused care plans with Children and their Families. Undertake care proceedings within the court, both private and public. Initiate and complete within court timescales and achieve permanency plans for children including adoption. Understand and respond to complexity of risks and are required to evidence on records, including providing analysis of their interventions with children and families. Swindon Borough Council has confirmed that the £100 weekly travel and accommodation expenses will remain in place for all new and existing agency placements within Children's Social Care until 10...

Care Assistant – Fareham & Gosport (Home Care) Pay: £13.30 - £14.85 per hour Hours: Guaranteed Hour Contract - MUST HAVE FULL TIME AVAILABILITY  Full-Time | No Experience Needed | Paid Training Looking for a job where you’re valued, supported, and can genuinely make a difference every day? Whether you’re experienced in care or completely new to the sector, this could be the perfect opportunity to start a rewarding career with guaranteed hours, flexible working, and full paid training. Mash Care are recruiting on behalf of Home Instead Fareham & Gosport for compassionate people who want to support adults to live independently in their own homes. If you enjoy helping others, building meaningful relationships, and want a role where your work truly matters — we’d love to hear from you. Why you’ll love working here Guaranteed contracted hours for job security Flexible shifts to fit around your life (visits between 8:00am – 9:15pm) Full paid training – no previous care...

JOB PURPOSE To provide a high quality and effective social work service to respond to the needs of children and their families in a timely manner and within statutory guidelines. To assess need, plan and deliver focused intervention to safeguard children and promote positive outcomes. Guidance, support and supervision will be provided in line with the individual's experience and capabilities and in line with our Supervision Policy. Requirements as a Social Worker include: SWE Registration Eligible to work in the UK Drive and have access to a car Post-qualified experience Degree level or equivalent in Social WorkBenefits of working for Connect2SocialWork: Free DBS and compliance service Access to a wide range of roles nationwide, as well as exclusive roles to C2SW Your own dedicated consultant with extensive knowledge Work for an agency owned by Kent County Council Prompt and reliable payroll system "Refer a Friend" bonus - get £300 for each social worker you refer who we...

Job Title: Complex Support Worker Location: Somerset Job Type: Part-time / Ongoing Shift Pattern: Evenings Monday to Friday and weekends Job Description We are looking for an experienced and reliable Complex Support Worker to support a teenager in the home and community. The young person has autism, ADHD, is non-verbal, and can present with behaviours that challenge, including aggression. This role requires someone who is calm, patient, resilient and confident in providing structured, person-centred support. You will provide consistent support during weekday evenings and weekends, helping to maintain routines, promote safety and wellbeing, and support meaningful engagement. You must be able to build trust, work professionally with the family, recognise triggers, and respond appropriately using calm and safe de-escalation approaches. Main Duties * Provide 1:1 support tailored to the young person’s needs * Support with routines, activities and community access * Use clear...

Role: Social Worker – Non case holding Assessment Team Department: Children’s Services, Durham County Council Location: Durham Purpose of Role Social Personnel is advertising a Social Worker role for Durham County Council. We are seeking an experienced Social Worker to undertake bespoke pieces of work within Children’s Services. The role focuses on delivering high-quality assessments that inform safeguarding and care planning for children and families. Key Responsibilities * Complete a range of specialist assessments including: * Pre-Birth Assessments * Parenting Assessments * Children and Family Assessments * Undertake additional assessments as identified by the manager. * Provide clear, evidence-based reports to support decision-making and care planning. * Work collaboratively with colleagues, managers, and multi-agency professionals to ensure effective outcomes for children and families. * Manage allocated pieces of work within the South of County...

Senior Supervising Social Worker When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Salary: £42,032 per annum + £750 Homeworking Allowance per annum + £1,500 OOH allowance per annum (once on the rota) Hours: 35 Hours per week Contract - Fixed Term - 12 Months Location: Homebased - Somerset and Devon. Travel predominantly across Somerset and Devon, specifically from Bridgewater down the M5 to Exeter and the A380 to Torbay, for home visits to support carers and children, and to complete Form F assessments. Travel also requires the postholder to attend staff meetings and team away days. We are developing our services across the South -West and are seeking a motivated, passionate, and values-driven Senior SSW to support that development. This will include undertaking initial visits, completing Form F assessments, and supporting foster families post...