Family Worker - Family Safeguarding Team
| Posting date: | 09 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £31,716 to £37,104 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 04 January 2026 |
| Location: | Berkshire, South East England |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 1 day per week |
| Company: | Bracknell Forest Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | People/25/327565 |
Summary
We are looking for a compassionate and motivated practitioner dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families to join our Family Safeguarding Team as a full-time, permanent Family Worker.
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependent on the needs of the service.
To learn more about what it is like to work with us, take a look at our team's video.
If you would like an informal chat or a tour of the office prior to submitting your application, please contact helen.gore@bracknell-forest.gov.uk to arrange a suitable time.
About you…
You will be enthusiastic, self-motivated and passionate about improving outcomes for children and their families. You will have skills and experience of working directly with children and young people. You will be an effective communicator who can work with families whilst working effectively with partner agencies.
If you can demonstrate experience, passion and drive to improving outcomes for children and to support families to stay together, and would like to be part of a hard-working, supportive and friendly team, we look forward to receiving your application.
About the team…
Our Family Safeguarding Team, located at Time Square in Bracknell, is a dynamic and supportive group of professionals dedicated to safeguarding children and empowering families. We pride ourselves on strong teamwork, close partnership working and a culture of openness and reflection. You will be part of a welcoming team where your skills are valued, your wellbeing is supported and your professional growth is encouraged.
Key responsibilities…
As a Family Worker you will:
manage a caseload of children in need, undertaking purposeful home visits and direct work with children and parents.
work alongside social workers to deliver solution-focused interventions, parenting support and programmes that strengthen safety, routines and relationships.
arrange, supervise and record family time between children looked after and their families, including practical transport as required.
maintain accurate, timely case records on MOSAIC, sharing information appropriately in line with safeguarding, GDPR and confidentiality requirements.
participate in regular supervision, training and reflective group case discussions to develop practice and support the wider duty system.
Interview date
Interviews will be arranged on a rolling basis, when successful applications are received.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
Want to ask us a question?
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Maggie Mandecka, Team Manager, Phone number: 07590925704.
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependent on the needs of the service.
To learn more about what it is like to work with us, take a look at our team's video.
If you would like an informal chat or a tour of the office prior to submitting your application, please contact helen.gore@bracknell-forest.gov.uk to arrange a suitable time.
About you…
You will be enthusiastic, self-motivated and passionate about improving outcomes for children and their families. You will have skills and experience of working directly with children and young people. You will be an effective communicator who can work with families whilst working effectively with partner agencies.
If you can demonstrate experience, passion and drive to improving outcomes for children and to support families to stay together, and would like to be part of a hard-working, supportive and friendly team, we look forward to receiving your application.
About the team…
Our Family Safeguarding Team, located at Time Square in Bracknell, is a dynamic and supportive group of professionals dedicated to safeguarding children and empowering families. We pride ourselves on strong teamwork, close partnership working and a culture of openness and reflection. You will be part of a welcoming team where your skills are valued, your wellbeing is supported and your professional growth is encouraged.
Key responsibilities…
As a Family Worker you will:
manage a caseload of children in need, undertaking purposeful home visits and direct work with children and parents.
work alongside social workers to deliver solution-focused interventions, parenting support and programmes that strengthen safety, routines and relationships.
arrange, supervise and record family time between children looked after and their families, including practical transport as required.
maintain accurate, timely case records on MOSAIC, sharing information appropriately in line with safeguarding, GDPR and confidentiality requirements.
participate in regular supervision, training and reflective group case discussions to develop practice and support the wider duty system.
Interview date
Interviews will be arranged on a rolling basis, when successful applications are received.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
Want to ask us a question?
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Maggie Mandecka, Team Manager, Phone number: 07590925704.
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.
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