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Children’s Family Time Worker x 3
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 14 Ebrill 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £27,711 i £30,060 bob blwyddyn, pro rata |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | Casual - Mobile Worker |
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 14 Mai 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | North Somerset, South West England |
| Gweithio o bell: | Hybrid - gweithio o bell hyd at 1 diwrnod yr wythnos |
| Cwmni: | North Somerset Council |
| Math o swydd: | Dros dro |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | SCHA0754 |
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The Role
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Children’s Family Worker to join our Family Time Team. The Family Time Team supervise Family time (also known as Supervised Contact) for Looked After Children with their parents/wider family. This is a varied role and you will have the opportunity to work with children of all ages and their families, ensuring that the time they spend together is safe, supported and enjoyed.
Most Family Time sessions are 1.5hrs – 2hrs in length and take place across North Somerset. You will write up accurate notes from the session which are used by Social Workers in their assessments/part of Court proceedings.
You will be joining a very friendly and supportive team with extensive experience of supervising Family Time at North Somerset Council. You’ll also have the opportunity to take part in regular Team Meetings, Group Supervision sessions and one-to-one meetings with the Family Time Supervisors.
In this role, you will; Plan, provide and observe supervised family time sessions for children/young people who are in the care of the local authority or whose care is supported by the local authority, with their parents wider family members and/or significant persons, using specialist skills and knowledge gained through formal qualifications and/or considerable relevant work experience. Provide support to parents and/or wider family members.
Key Responsibilities:
Plan and provide safe child-centred family time sessions for children and young people with their parents, wider family members, friends etc. within the guidelines of their individual care plan and/or court order
Provide accurate, high quality and concise recordings of observed family time sessions for social care colleagues to inform court proceedings and/or assessments
Provide practical parenting support and/or guidance to parents and/or wider family members as requested by social care colleagues to inform court proceedings and/or assessments and where appropriate motivate and support change
This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.
Essential Criteria:
Level 2 or 3 vocational qualification or equivalent work experience in a social care/childcare setting giving a thorough understanding of processes and practices required to deliver the service.
Understanding of the legislative framework for children looked after, child protection, child in need and children with complex needs.
Working knowledge of child development.
Understanding and recognition of professional and personal boundaries.
Experience of working to identify, encourage and develop positive improvements in parenting through observation and feedback.
Experience of working with individuals who are affected by disabilities, substance misuse/addictions, mental health concerns, domestic abuse etc.
Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding protocols.
Excellent verbal and communication skills.
Ability to manage own work without close supervision.
ICT literate with working knowledge of Microsoft office package.
Contact Information
For an informal discussion or more information, please contact Kris Hughes or Carina Hicks (Family Time Supervisors).
Kris - 07385 378463 or kris.hughes@n-somerset.gov.uk
Carina - 07385 378462 or carina.hicks@n-somerset.gov.uk
We look forward to hearing from you!
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Children’s Family Worker to join our Family Time Team. The Family Time Team supervise Family time (also known as Supervised Contact) for Looked After Children with their parents/wider family. This is a varied role and you will have the opportunity to work with children of all ages and their families, ensuring that the time they spend together is safe, supported and enjoyed.
Most Family Time sessions are 1.5hrs – 2hrs in length and take place across North Somerset. You will write up accurate notes from the session which are used by Social Workers in their assessments/part of Court proceedings.
You will be joining a very friendly and supportive team with extensive experience of supervising Family Time at North Somerset Council. You’ll also have the opportunity to take part in regular Team Meetings, Group Supervision sessions and one-to-one meetings with the Family Time Supervisors.
In this role, you will; Plan, provide and observe supervised family time sessions for children/young people who are in the care of the local authority or whose care is supported by the local authority, with their parents wider family members and/or significant persons, using specialist skills and knowledge gained through formal qualifications and/or considerable relevant work experience. Provide support to parents and/or wider family members.
Key Responsibilities:
Plan and provide safe child-centred family time sessions for children and young people with their parents, wider family members, friends etc. within the guidelines of their individual care plan and/or court order
Provide accurate, high quality and concise recordings of observed family time sessions for social care colleagues to inform court proceedings and/or assessments
Provide practical parenting support and/or guidance to parents and/or wider family members as requested by social care colleagues to inform court proceedings and/or assessments and where appropriate motivate and support change
This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.
Essential Criteria:
Level 2 or 3 vocational qualification or equivalent work experience in a social care/childcare setting giving a thorough understanding of processes and practices required to deliver the service.
Understanding of the legislative framework for children looked after, child protection, child in need and children with complex needs.
Working knowledge of child development.
Understanding and recognition of professional and personal boundaries.
Experience of working to identify, encourage and develop positive improvements in parenting through observation and feedback.
Experience of working with individuals who are affected by disabilities, substance misuse/addictions, mental health concerns, domestic abuse etc.
Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding protocols.
Excellent verbal and communication skills.
Ability to manage own work without close supervision.
ICT literate with working knowledge of Microsoft office package.
Contact Information
For an informal discussion or more information, please contact Kris Hughes or Carina Hicks (Family Time Supervisors).
Kris - 07385 378463 or kris.hughes@n-somerset.gov.uk
Carina - 07385 378462 or carina.hicks@n-somerset.gov.uk
We look forward to hearing from you!
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