Family Support Workers

We are working in partnership with a Local Authority based in the Bootle area who are looking to appoint several Family Support Workers to their Young People & Families Services. 3-6 Month agency contract with a view to being extended on an ongoing basis. Location - Bootle, L20. 36 hours per week. Rate of Pay - £16+ per hour - Negotiable depending on experience. Job Purpose; Contribute to the delivery of an effective Children's Social Care Service as part of a Departmental team continuously improving outcomes for vulnerable children and young people. Be responsible for providing practical and social support for children, young people and families. Contributing to care packages, recognising serious risk, promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and young people to make informed decisions.Main Duties; Contribute to assessment, care planning and reviews ensuring a child centred focus and empowering children, young people and their families. Undertake direct work with children, young people and their families in their homes and the community in a manner which safeguards and promotes positive outcomes for children and young people in line with agreed Children Assessment Framework Plans, Children in Need and Child Protection Plans. Promote contact for children and young people, who are looked after, with their birth family members, providing supervision and assessment in accordance with the Care Plan. Identify and assess levels of risk and need and with support, deliver protective and/or supportive services for children at risk, in need and/or looked after. Take responsibility for reporting of risk properly through the line management structure.Job Requirements; Young people / Children / Families support & assessments. NVQ Level 3 in child care and education, NND, Health and Social Care qualification.*We offer a market leading referral scheme of up to £250 so if you know of someone who may also be looking for an exciting career opportunity* To apply for this role please email & call Dane on (phone number removed)