Outreach Family Support Worker
Location: Liverpool
Salary: £20 Umbrella P/H
Contract Type: Contract, full time
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About the Role
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Outreach Family Support Worker to join our Early Help team. You will take responsibility for a caseload of children and families, providing high-quality, home-based and outreach support using a 'whole family' approach. The role focuses on early intervention, preventing the need for statutory involvement, and ensuring families can access appropriate universal services.
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Key Responsibilities
* Deliver targeted support to children and families across age ranges (0-25) in line with identified needs.
* Support parents and carers in developing practical parenting strategies that promote positive relationships.
* Undertake home visits and maintain accurate, up-to-date records of all casework, assessments, and progress.
* Collaborate with social workers, schools, and partner agencies to improve outcomes for children and young people.
* Contribute to team meetings, reviews, and planning sessions, ensuring the highest standards of professional practice.
* Promote safeguarding and equality of opportunity in all areas of work.
* Participate in supervision and professional development opportunities to continually enhance practice.
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About You
You will be an empathetic and motivated professional, confident in engaging with children, young people, and their families. The ideal candidate will have:
Essential:
* NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and Education, NND, or Health and Social Care qualification (or equivalent).
* Experience delivering outreach or home-based family support.
* Proven ability to work collaboratively within multi-agency partnerships.
* Strong record-keeping and communication skills.
* Driving Licence and Own Car