Family Support Worker

Location: Banks

Are you an NISCC-registered professional with hands-on experience supporting children and families? We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Family Support Worker to join our team for a role in Derry. In this role, you will work alongside Social Workers to deliver flexible support services, implement Child Care Plans, and deliver essential direct work with children and young people, making a tangible difference in the lives of local families.

What We Offer Earn a competitive rate of £14.06 per hour with weekly pay, premium overtime rates, and enhanced mileage allowance. Enjoy up to 39 days of paid annual leave. Access fully funded professional development through both face-to-face and eLearning options. Receive well-being support via an Employee Assistance Programme that offers confidential counselling and financial aid. Take advantage of exclusive retail and leisure discounts, plus an uncapped employee referral bonus scheme.

Key Responsibilities Assist Social Workers in assessing the needs of children, young people, and families, as well as in the implementation of Child Care Plans. Facilitate and supervise Family Time / contact arrangements, including associated driving duties. Undertake direct work with children and young people to support them in developing confidence and self-esteem. Contribute to parenting programmes (individual and group work).

Maintain individual caseloads, produce clear records and reports, and provide information or evidence in Court as required. Liaise with multi-disciplinary agencies and highlight any child protection, risk factors, or untoward events immediately in accordance with Trust policies. Qualifications and Requirements 6-12 months of previous paid social care experience. Current registration with the Northern Ireland Social Care Council (NISCC). Valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle with business insurance.

Fully up-to-date immunisations, including Measles, Mumps, and Rubella. Proven ability to prioritise a varied caseload and build professional rapport with service users. Candidates will be subject to enhanced vetting including an Enhanced Access NI check due to the nature of this work, this may include a Barred List check for both Children & Vulnerable Adults (depending on the role) Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client.

Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone. Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.

Skills:

Social Work Assistant Support worker social work Benefits:
Premium overtime enhanced holidays