Family Support Worker in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire

Job Title: Family Support Worker
Specialism: OTHX – Children & Families Support
Location: Nottingham, UK
Salary: £27.00 per hour
Type: Ongoing (Full Time)

Perks and benefits

• Competitive Hourly Pay: Earn £27.00 per hour, recognising your experience and the impact of your work with families.
• Full-Time Role: Work full time, providing consistency and continuity to children, young people, and families.
• Supportive Team Environment: Benefit from structured supervision and guidance within an experienced Children’s Services team.
• Career Development Opportunities: Ideal for professionals, including Newly Qualified Social Workers (NQSWs), seeking to gain valuable statutory experience.
• Continuous Learning: Access training and professional development resources to strengthen practice and progress your career.
• Contract Continuity: Opportunity for contract extension and longer‑term progression based on service needs.

Nottingham City Council is seeking a committed Family Support Worker to join its Children’s Services team. This role focuses on early intervention and targeted family support, working with children, young people, and families to improve outcomes and reduce the need for statutory intervention.

What you will do

• Provide direct support to children, young people, and families in line with Early Help and Child in Need frameworks.
• Complete assessments of family needs, risks, and strengths to inform targeted support plans.
• Design and deliver intervention programmes aimed at improving family functioning and outcomes.
• Work closely with social workers, schools, health professionals, and partner agencies.
• Support parents to strengthen routines, boundaries, and safeguarding awareness.
• Undertake home and community visits to engage families effectively.
• Maintain accurate and timely case records to support continuity and clarity.
• Contribute to multi‑agency meetings, reviews, and safeguarding processes.
• Promote the welfare and safety of children as a central priority in all work.

Requirements

Essential:

• Experience (paid or placement‑based) working with children, young people, or families.
• Sound understanding of safeguarding and child protection principles.
• Ability to build effective, trusting relationships with vulnerable families.
• Strong communication, assessment, and report‑writing skills.
• Willingness to undertake home and community‑based visits.

Desirable:

• Social Work qualification (BA/BSc Social Work) – NQSWs are encouraged to apply.
• Registration with Social Work England, or working towards registration.
• Experience within Early Help, Child in Need, or family intervention services.
• Working knowledge of relevant legislation such as the Children Act 1989/2004.

Why Nottingham

Nottingham offers an excellent environment to live and work, combining rich history with a vibrant cultural scene and strong community networks. From green spaces and historic landmarks to thriving arts and city life, Nottingham provides a balanced and inspiring setting for professionals passionate about supporting children and families while enjoying a high quality of life.

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