We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Family Support Worker based in Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire. If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children and parent's within a children's family assessment centre. This is an opportunity to join a supportive employer with genuine opportunities to progress. This is a permanent position working on average 40 hours per week. Shifts are from 7:30am - 10:30pm. This role is a days only role - NO SLEEP IN'S. DRIVING LICENSE IS ESSENTIAL! Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying between £12.50 per hour - £13.00 per hour. As a Family Support Worker your responsibilities will include: * Provide support using a person centred approach. * Support the children and parents to maintain and develop relationships with friends and family. * Encourage the children and parents to integrate with the local community by attending clubs or day centres. * Support the children and parents in all aspects of their daily living. * Safeguard vulnerable children and report any suspicion or evidence of harm. * Continuous commitment to professional development. * To be willing to cover other homes when required. * Liaise with parents and/or carers and other professionals. Our client is offering a whole range of benefits, including: * Paid enrollment on Level 3 Residential childcare. * Clear progression pathway. * Continuous and consistent in house training. To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our Residential specialist Tom Wilson Not for you? Refer your friends and family and as our way of saying thank you, we will give you a referral bonus