Come and join a dedicated service that has recently transitioned to a locality working model, combining level 3 and 4 services.
This is an exciting opportunity to bring your skills and help shape brighter futures for children and families!
We have full-time, permanent positions available across our North and South Locality Hubs.
About us
Buckinghamshire Council is a relatively new organisation that combines the strengths of five previous councils to create positive change for residents, communities, and businesses. We are committed to serving residents better and providing stronger representation for Buckinghamshire both locally and nationally.
Buckinghamshire is an ambitious, rapidly growing county with a strong economy. It is an area of outstanding natural beauty, ranked as one of the top rural areas to live in the UK, and is well connected, only an hour from London by train. The county has a rich history and heritage and is the birthplace of the Paralympic movement.
We are looking for motivated, ambitious, and inspiring individuals to join us. You will be entitled to a range of benefits to support your well-being both at work and at home.
About the role
As a Family Support Worker at Buckinghamshire Council, you will ensure the highest standards of support are provided to children and families. Your responsibilities will include:
* Working directly with children, young people, and their families as part of a team, managing caseloads, delivering direct work, creating professional networks, and reducing safeguarding concerns through a ‘whole family’ approach, always prioritising the child's welfare.
* Participating in duty cover on a rota alongside Social Workers and Managers.
* Making relevant referrals and signposting for children and families according to statutory guidelines.
* Collaborating with Social Workers on cases with higher needs, supporting assessments, attending meetings, and visiting children and families.
* Coordinating and chairing team around the child meetings with partner agencies.
* Maintaining accurate records within required timeframes.
* Transporting children and families using your own vehicle when necessary.
This list is not exhaustive; please refer to the full job description for more details.
Any-Desk:
As an ‘any-desk’ worker, you’ll need to connect to our network to access digital resources, which can be from home or an office. You will be required to work from the office a few times a week, depending on your role and team needs.
About you
* Good understanding of safeguarding and experience working with children and families.
* Empathetic, a good listener, and able to challenge supportively when needed.
* Calm and professional in challenging situations.
* Resilient, tenacious, and able to ensure the child’s voice is heard.
* Team player, able to collaborate with various agencies.
* Confident in assessing and supporting children and families for better outcomes.
* Skilled in engaging children and families, building trust, and encouraging positive change.
* Excellent communication and record-keeping skills, comfortable chairing meetings and producing reports.
* Capable of managing timescales and prioritising tasks.
* Flexible to work in a fast-paced environment.
* Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a car.
Other information
If you have questions or want to learn more, contact:
Rocky Band - Service Manager North, [emailprotected]
Elizabeth Botsford - Service Manager South, [emailprotected]
Michele Grady - Service Manager South, [emailprotected]
Closing date: Midnight on Tuesday 5th August. Early applications are encouraged as we may close the vacancy once sufficient applications are received.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, requiring declaration of all unspent and certain spent convictions.
Our values are Proud, Ambitious, Collaborative, and Trustworthy. Joining us, you can expect a fair, inclusive culture, support for your well-being, and opportunities for career development. We promote flexible working and offer various discounts and benefits.
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