Family support worker

Family Support Worker – Nottingham City Council  Nottingham (Multiple Locations: Bulwell Family Hub & Mary Potter Centre, Hyson Green)  £27 LTD per hour (inclusive of holiday pay)  £20.17 per hour (exclusive of holiday pay)  Full-Time – 37 hours per week Nottingham City Council is recruiting for a Family Help Worker to support children, young people, and families across the city. This is an excellent opportunity for qualified Social Workers, including newly qualified candidates, looking to gain hands-on experience working directly with families. ⚠️ Please note: This is NOT a Social Work position, but a Social Work qualification is required. Key Requirements Must hold a Social Work Qualification Full UK driving licence, access to a vehicle, and willingness to travel across Nottingham City and surrounding areas Experience working with children, young people, and families Ability to complete assessments, plans, and work within multi-agency settings Strong safeguarding knowledge and understanding of child developmentRole Overview This role involves working directly with families in their homes, family hubs, schools, and community settings. You will play a key role in delivering early help support and improving outcomes for children and families. Key Responsibilities Complete Early Help Assessments and develop multi-agency action plans using the Signs of Safety framework Act as Lead Professional, coordinating and chairing Team Around the Family (TAF) meetings Support children and families under Child in Need and Child Protection Plans Deliver trauma-informed, relational practice interventions for children aged 0–19 Work collaboratively with multi-agency professionals to achieve sustainable change Support families to build resilience and reduce reliance on services Maintain accurate case records and use electronic systems effectively Participate in duty systems, supervision, and ongoing professional developmentWorking Pattern 37 hours per week Core hours: 8:30am – 4:50pm Flexibility required to meet the needs of children and familiesExperience & Skills Experience completing assessments and working with families Ability to chair multi-agency meetings Strong communication and relationship-building skills Ability to manage complex cases and work under pressure Experience working with vulnerable individuals from diverse backgrounds Confident using IT systems and maintaining accurate recordsAdditional Requirements Willingness to work flexibly, including outside standard hours Must be willing to undertake an enhanced DBS check Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion Ability to work both independently and as part of a teamWhat’s on Offer Competitive hourly rates Opportunity to gain valuable frontline experience Supportive team and multi-agency environment Ideal for newly qualified Social Workers📞 Apply now: Contact Delanie Heyes on (phone number removed) 📧 Email: (url removed)