Do you have the skills to be a Family Support Worker and seeking a part time opportunity in Dumfries and Galloway? If so, then we have a great opportunity for you! Your new opportunity Reach your full potential and join us as a Family Support Worker for Quarriers Family Support Service located in Dumfries and Galloway. As a key member of the team you will provide intense family support to children and their families in the Dumfries area working to keep families together and supporting them with the wider social inequalities that impact their lives. The team work and align all they do for other in line with 'The Promise' ensuring that families and children's voices are heard and taken seriously while tailoring support to meet their individual needs. This opportunity is permanent offering up to 16 hours per week. What you will need to bring to the role * Understanding of drug and alcohol issues, child development and family dynamics. * Knowledge and/or experience of child and/or adult protection * Supportive and enabling approach to all family members and staff * Able to prioritise tasks and organise a diverse workload * Good interpersonal skills * Excellent IT skills, confidence and knowledge * Experience of effective inter agency collaboration * Ability to work irregular hours when required – including evening and weekends. * Driving licence is essential and access to own transport. * Compassionate and empathetic approach when supporting families What you will get in rerturn SVQ qualifications via our accredited centre Generous leave: 29 days 4 public holidays (rising to 34 4 after 5 years) Training & development opportunities ❤️ Opportunity to change lives through meaningful work Family-friendly policies Health benefits: HSF cash plans, physio & occupational health Free 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme £500 refer-a-friend bonus (T&Cs apply) ️ Life Assurance & Pension Cycle to Work scheme ️ Access to Concerts for Carers Full details of this Service and our role can be viewed on the attached Job Role Profile. Interested? For more information about this role please contact Mark McHattie on (phone number removed)