Family Support Worker

Posted 08 October 2024
Salary up to £20 p/h via an Umbrella Company
LocationLeatherhead
Job type Temporary
Discipline Social Housing Recruitment
ReferencePROF_47020
Contact NameDaniel Walker

Job description

Our client, based in Surrey, is currently recruiting for a Family Support Worker on a 3–6-month temporary contract.

The position is due to start immediately on a full-time basis. The hourly rate is negotiable based on experience for this position.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with vulnerable children, hold a enhanced DBS taken out within the last three years taken out within the last three years and also have a level 3 Health and Social care qualification.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

  • Managing a caseload of 12-15 clients

  • Creating support plans and amending as necessary

  • Carrying out risk assessments

  • Keeping detailed case notes and updating them on to the database

  • Visiting families both in their homes and schools

  • Referring clients to outside agencies where necessary

Experience required:

  • Experience working with vulnerable young people

  • Experience in health and social care

Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

  • Level 3 Health and Social Care qualification

  • Enhanced DBS

Working hours:

  • 35 hours per week

  • Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm – Some Flexibility

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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