Family Support Worker

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual with excellent organisational and interpersonal skills to support the Family Support Worker within our Families First Front Door Service.

Working 9-5 Monday-Friday, you will be part of a team who are seeking to ensure children, young people and their families receive the right support at the right time.

This is a fast paced role where excellent, keyboard and Microsoft skills are required.

Why join us

Families First provides a 24/7, 365-day response to concerns about children and young people, delivered by skilled and experienced practitioners.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive, forward-thinking service and play a key role in safeguarding children and families across Plymouth.

We are a flexible employer and provide a variety of working arrangements tailored to the needs of each role.

Plymouth City Council is an equal opportunities employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, care experience, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, race, religion/belief, sex or sexual orientation.

As part of our commitment to promoting equality we offer guaranteed interviews to those who meet the essential criteria and are considered disabled, care experienced or are an Armed Forces Service Leaver within the last two years.

Please note, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK

Plymouth City Council is proud to be an Age Friendly Employer. We encourage applications from talented people at every stage of their career.

The Disclosure & Barring Service Check requirement for this post is: Enhanced Check + DBS Children's Barred List & DBS Adult's Barred List

For more information regarding this role, please contact Kathryn Smith by email Kathryn.Smith@plymouth.gov.uk

Closing Date: Monday 10 August