Staffordshire County Council is looking for a Family Time Worker to support children in understanding their birth identity and fostering positive relationships with birth parents.
Responsibilities
* Facilitate therapeutic family time between children and their parents or other family members.
* Coordinate arrangements for family time as directed by court.
* Transport children and young people for family time.
* Provide parenting support and guidance during family time.
* Maintain accurate documentation, reports, and records related to children, young people, and families.
* Be available outside traditional working patterns, including evenings and weekends.
Ideal Candidate
* Minimum NVQ Level 3 in working with children and families or equivalent experience.
* Experience working with children, families and carers in a statutory or voluntary agency serving vulnerable children.
* Proficient in IT, including Microsoft Office.
* Knowledge of child development and the impact of stress and trauma.
* Understanding of relevant policies, guidance and legislation governing children’s social care.
* Unrestricted driving licence and willingness to use a car for transportation.
* Flexible to work evenings and occasional weekends.
* Strong communication skills with children, families and carers.
* Capability to build relationships and deliver interventions.
* Ability to manage conflict situations effectively.
Job Details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Other
* Industry: Human Resources Services
Recruitment Process
Applications are anonymised during shortlisting. Submit evidence of essential qualifications and a supporting statement outlining what you’ll bring to the role. Interviews are scheduled for Thursday W/C 24 November 2025.
As part of our commitment, this position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
EEO Statement
Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and a Disability Confidence employer. We encourage applications from all backgrounds.
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