Job Description: We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Sefton to assist with the appointment of a Support Worker, on a 3-month contract, likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration. Rate of Pay: £16.83 - £21.95 per hour Summary: As a Support Worker within Sefton MBC's Childrens Social Care and Family Centres, you will provide practical and emotional support to children, young people, and their families. Your role will contribute to safeguarding, early intervention, and the promotion of well-being, ensuring improved outcomes for vulnerable children. Responsibilities: Provide practical and social support to families in line with assessment frameworks and care plans. Undertake direct work with children and families in homes and community settings to promote positive outcomes and safety. Facilitate participation of children and young people in decision-making through life story work and support groups. Ensure data protection compliance and handle sensitive information responsibly. Assist with out-of-hours services as required and adhere to all Sefton Council policies. Qualifications: Level 3 qualification related to working with children and young people (e.g., NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care, CYPW). Essentials: Experience working directly with children, young people, and families in a social care or community setting. Experience writing reports and maintaining accurate records to a professional standard. Proven ability to work collaboratively across agencies and manage caseloads to set deadlines. Please note: You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice. You should have right to work in U.K This role requires an Enhanced DBS Disclaimer: Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary, though assignments can be and often are, extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent. Important : We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. Your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating RQ1537772 Required Skills: • Discretion • Pay • Compliance • Protection • Participation • Decision-Making • LTD • Writing • Records • Business