Family Support Worker - Northamptonshire

Location: Kettering

Salary: Up to 26,000

Monday - Sunday, Up to 40 hours per week

Full-Time position + Excellent Benefits

An exciting opportunity has arisen for Family Support Worker with 2+ years experience to join an independent social service organisation, offering supported accommodation for young people aged 16 and over.

In this role, you will assist parents and children in valuing themselves, while helping parents meet both their own needs and those of their children in residential or community settings.

You will be responsible for:



* Ensuring child safety and welfare throughout the assessment process.


* Observing and recording family interactions and behaviours.


* Supporting parenting assessments by following individual family plans.


* Reporting on parental capacity and child behaviours.


* Attending team meetings to contribute to the development of processes.


* Engaging in ongoing training and professional development.


What we are looking for:



* Previously worked as a Support Worker or in a similar role.


* Possess 2+ years of relevant experience.


* Ideally have experience in a family assessment Center.


* NVQ Level 3 or higher in Health and Social Care.


* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to write detailed reports.


* A valid driving licence with access to your own vehicle and business insurance.


What's on offer:



* Competitive salary


* 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays)


* Contributory pension scheme


* Private health care - Aviva


* Income protection benefit


* Employee assistance programme


* Blue light scheme


* Cycle to work scheme


* Overtime regularly available if desired


* Generous mileage allowance of 0.45p per mile


* Death in service benefit x3 your annual salary


* Full induction training including shadow shifts prior to going on shift.


* Training updates and development offered.


* Clear progression path for staff who wish to develop their careers.


* Annual and regular company events (e.g., Staff Christmas Event, Team Building)


* Multi-layered support from Senior Team members and On-call (24/7 Support)


Apply now for this exceptional opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.

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