Specialist family support worker – children with disabilities team – #5298767

Role Overview

Darlington Children’s Services are implementing a number of pilots as part of the Families First reforms within children’s social care, and are seeking a Specialist Family Support Worker to join their Children with Disabilities Team.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete assessments of children’s care and support needs
• Develop care plans and chair reviews of paid services
• Provide Social Care Advice for children undergoing an EHCP assessment
• Work in genuine partnership with parents, carers, children and wider professionals

Role Details

The role is 37 hours per week, with any additional hours claimable as TOIL. Darlington operates a blended working approach, with a base at the Town Hall, Darlington (DL1 5QT), alongside home working subject to service and diary requirements, and the expectation that direct face‑to‑face support with families and children is maintained.

Rate: £21.02 per hour. Start date: 28 June 2026, via Comensura.

Qualifications

Must hold a relevant social care qualification (non‑social work) and have experience working with children with disabilities.

Benefits

• Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly
• Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders
• Desirable location with great transport links
• Stable, well‑resourced, and encouraging working environment
• Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities
• Enhanced DBS processing included