We have a fantastic opportunity to join our Family Time (contact) Team. A support officer for children and families involves facilitating and supervising contact sessions between children and their parents or other relatives, ensuring a safe and supportive environment. They may also be responsible for assessing family needs, creating action plans, and providing reports on the contact sessions. Specific responsibilities vary depending on the role, such as being part of a Children's Centre team, a supervised contact worker, or a family support worker.
The role will be part of an outstanding rated team, making a difference daily to the lives of children in North Lincolnshire, working to support the North Lincolnshire Council’s One Family Approach to ensure the best possible outcomes for children and families.
Applicants must:
· Have experience of working with children, young people and their families
· Have understanding of statutory and legal responsibilities towards children, young people and their families
· Be able to communicate effectively with children, families and professionals
· Have the right to work in the UK In return we will offer you:
· A manageable caseload
· Career progression
· Agile working/Flexible working
· Entry to the local government pension scheme
· Minimum of 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
· A range of salary sacrifice schemes
· Relocation package
Please see attached job description and employee specification which you should refer to when completing your application to demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.