We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Family Support Worker to join Family Solutions and be based in one of our 5 family hubs.

Family Hubs offer support to families from conception to 19 and up to 25 for those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Multi-agency teams are based in the Family Hub to support connections between services and puts relationship-based practice at the heart of our work.

Family Support Workers provide individual support to children and families using a whole family approach to assessment, planning and intervention. You will work collaboratively with partners to improve outcomes. You will focus on building resilience as well as providing support when families need it.

You will also deliver a range of group work activity using evidence-based programmes to support families with parenting, healthy lifestyles and learning and development of their children.

If you are passionate about working with children are motivated to make a difference and have a desire to help and support others, then we would love to hear from you.

What can we offer you? 

You will receive a full induction, along with regular supervision and support to develop your practice.

You will have access to a comprehensive training offer to support you to continually develop your skills.

For further information about the post and an informal discussion please contact recruiting manager: Sarah Moore, Brierley Hill Family Hub on 01384 813322 or alternatively email on sarah.moore@dudley.gov.uk

The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check.

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N.B. We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications

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Attached documents
Job Description & Person Specification
Benefits List