Family Time Worker

Northumberland Fire Group; Ashington; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A local support service in Ashington is seeking a Family Time Worker to supervise family sessions for vulnerable children and families. The role involves observing interactions and providing advice as needed to ensure children's safety. Candidates should have NVQ 3 in working with children and families and experience in a related role. The position offers flexible working hours, including evenings/weekends, plus substantial benefits such as 26 days annual leave and pension enrollment.

Benefits

26 days annual leave plus public holidays

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexi scheme (if applicable)

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ 3 in working with children and families.
• Experience of direct work with vulnerable children and families.
• Flexible to work evenings and weekends, requiring access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Supervise family time for children and families.
• Observe and record interactions during family time sessions.
• Provide advice to families on request and ensure safety.

Skills

Flexibility to work evenings

Experience with children and families

Professional relationship management

Education

Minimum NVQ 3 in working with children and families

Job description

# Family Time Worker## Job InformationThe Northumberland Family Time (Contact) Service supervise family time for children and families across the county of Northumberland. The role helps support families to spend quality time with each other when they can’t live together. We work with very vulnerable children and so we must ensure we maintain professional relationships whilst managing complex family needs and behaviours. A Family Time Worker will be allocated a family and remain within them for the duration of the session, during which they will observe and record the interactions and parenting, provide advice (if requested) and only intervene to ensure the safety of a child/young person.We supervise family time within our dedicated venues and the local community. The main office base is in Ashington, however staff will work across the whole county of Northumberland adopting agile and flexible working.We are looking for people who have a passion for helping and supporting children and families. The ideal candidate will have :* A minimum NVQ 3 in working with children and families or equivalent experience of working with children and families* Experience of direct work with children, their families and carers in a statutory or voluntary agency which provides services to vulnerable children and their families* Be flexible to work evenings and occasional weekends as needed to ensure we can provide support to families at suitable times. This will involve working until after 6 pm most evenings.* Have access to a vehicle and a driving licenceThe above post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references and health clearances. Further details can also be found on the job description and person specification. We offer a high level of support and training to all Family Time Workers.Please note that we will not accept CVs for this positionFor an informal discussion please contact Anna Richardson (Team Leader) on 07554228065We have some outstanding benefits and perks to offer you, including:* 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part-time employees)* Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme* Flexi scheme (if applicable) – up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro rata for part-time employees)To see all our excellent benefits and perks, please clickStay connected with us on social media to keep up to date with Northumberland County Council’s latest job opportunities.Facebook: LinkedIn:Further informationFor guidance on completing your application and for information about our Equality and Diversity principles, please see the attached guidance notes . We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format, please see the alternative methods below. This information will be treated as confidential and will only be used to check that you meet the essential requirements of the post.Alternative application format:British Sign Language: For those with speech difficulties or hearing loss: dial 018001 01670 623930Although we advertise on North East Jobs, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system. Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications.### Family Time Worker* **Salary** £26403 - 28142* **Frequency** Annual* **Job Reference** ncc/TP/80/2659/NP* **Contract Type** Permanent* **Closing Date** 19 February, 2026* **Job Category** Social Care - Children Service* **Directorate** Children, Young People and Education* **Location** Countywide, United Kingdom* **Posted on** 5 February, 2026