Family Help Worker

Adult Social Care; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization in Wolverhampton is seeking a Family Help Worker to promote the welfare of families and children. The role involves conducting assessments, supporting families, and collaborating with other agencies. Ideal candidates should have a minimum of 2 years experience in social care or education and strong knowledge of child development. Join us to make a real impact in the lives of families in need, in this full-time, temporary position with a competitive hourly rate.

Benefits

Supportive and collaborative working environment

Opportunities for continuous professional growth

Chance to make a real impact

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in Education, Social Care, or Early Years.
• Proven track record in supporting children and families, both individually and in groups.
• Experience in community development and conducting assessments of need.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and develop Family Help Plans.
• Support children and families both individually and in groups.
• Collaborate with multi-agency teams to provide essential support.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to reports.

Skills

Strong knowledge of child development and parenting dynamics

Excellent communication skills

Ability to engage positively with parents, carers, and children

Strong IT skills (Word, Excel & PowerPoint)

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Education, Health, Social Care, or Community Development

Job description

Overview

Job Advertisement: Family Help Worker

Join Our Team as a Family Help Worker! Contract Type: Temporary. Hourly Rate: £18.85. Working Pattern: Full Time (37 hours per week).

What You’ll Do

As a Family Help Worker, you will play a vital role in promoting the potential of parents, carers, and their children. Your mission will be to prevent children from suffering significant harm and ensure they thrive within their families. You will undertake or contribute to multi-agency assessments of children and families in need of help and support and adopt a preventative approach to supporting children, young people and their families. Your role will be to act as the Family Help Lead Practitioner, supporting children where appropriate to do so and carry out and review Family Help Discussions and Plans.

Key responsibilities

• Conducting assessments and developing Family Help Plans.
• Supporting children and families both individually and in groups.
• Collaborating with multi-agency teams to provide essential support.
• Maintaining accurate records and contributing to reports, including court statements.

Who You Are

We are looking for dynamic individuals who meet the following criteria:

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years experience in Education, Social Care, or Early Years.
• Proven track record in supporting children and families, both individually and in groups.
• Experience in community development and conducting assessments of need.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of child development and parenting dynamics.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to engage positively with parents, carers, and children.
• Strong IT skills (Word, Excel & PowerPoint) and knowledge of relevant legislation.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Education, Health, Social Care, or Community Development

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for continuous professional growth.
• A chance to make a real impact in the lives of families in need.

Why Join Us?

This is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to be part of a mission that transforms lives. You’ll work in a diverse community, making a positive impact every day. If you’re ready to take on this rewarding challenge, we want to hear from you!

How to Apply

If you’re enthusiastic about helping families and meet the qualifications outlined, please submit your application today! Let’s work together to create a supportive environment for children and families.

Deadline for applications: Monday 16th February 2026

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