Family Contact Worker
Location: Dudley
Pay: £14.36 per hour
Hours: Monday - Saturday, 09:00 - 17:30
Session Length: Typically 1.5 hours
About the Role
We are currently recruiting a Contact Worker to support supervised family time sessions with children and families. This role plays a vital part in safeguarding children while promoting positive, safe, and meaningful contact between children and their families.
You will work with children from new-born to 18 years, delivering sessions in contact centres, community settings, and family homes.
Key Responsibilities
* Undertake supervised family time sessions with children and families
* Always safeguard children and families, reporting concerns promptly to the allocated Social Worker
* Lone work with families across contact hubs, community venues, and family homes
* Directly supervise and observe interactions during family time sessions
* Provide practical and emotional support to children and parents to ensure sessions are positive and child-focused
* Maintain professional boundaries and accurate session records
* Work flexibly to meet service needs and carry out other reasonable duties as required
What We're Looking For
* Experience working with children, young people, and families (paid or voluntary)
* Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection principles
* Ability to work independently and manage lone working responsibly
* Calm, empathetic, and professional approach
* Flexibility to work across weekdays and Saturdays
Why Apply?
* Meaningful frontline role supporting children and families
* Competitive hourly rate
* Flexible session-based working
* Opportunity to gain valuable experience within children's services
Apply now to be considered or get in touch for more information.
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