CLOSED - We are hiring! Family Support Worker (Part-Time)

Purpose of Job

To work directly with young children and their families, providing them with direct emotional and practical support within their homes, and the wider community, in order to promote, strengthen, and develop their ability to manage their lives and thrive.
To contribute to the effective day to day operation of the scheme in accordance with the Home-Start Governing documents, Standards and Methods of Practice, Home-Start Agreement and Quality Assurance Standards.
To maintain high standards of practice in supporting families within the ethos of Home-Start.
To ensure inclusion and diversity in all aspects of the scheme’s operation and work.

Provide families with support, friendship and practical help at a time that suits them best, i.e. mornings/evenings.
Ensure adequate and up-to-date records are kept of support offered to each family, in line with case management system (Charity Log).
To undertake the designated responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare.
Prepare for and attend multi-agency meetings as appropriate.
Actively review families’ needs as well as referring families to appropriate additional supports.
Work collaboratively with our team, assisting Family Support Co-ordinators, to deliver a package of support to families.

Promoting the scheme its profile, ethos and practice.
Contributing to the development of Home-Start locally, regionally, and nationally.
Contribute to generating volunteer enquiries.

Supporting the implementation and review of all Home-Start policies and procedures.

The post holder may be required to undertake any other duties that fall within the nature of the role and responsibilities of the post as detailed above.
Responsible to: CEO (line-managed by Assistant Manager)

To apply, please complete our application form and return to linda@hsclacks.co.uk ahead of the closing date.