Senior Family & Affected Others Worker

The Training Brokers Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

An organization focused on social justice is seeking a Family Support Worker to support families affected by substance use in Oxfordshire. The role involves delivering a comprehensive family program, coordinating group interventions, and mentoring volunteers. Candidates should have strong communication skills, experience in community engagement, and a desire to work with families and young people facing challenges. The successful candidate will have access to a diverse benefits package and partake in an inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Access to store discounts

Car lease scheme

Gym membership discounts

Health cash plans

Yearly wellbeing day

Qualifications

• Experience of community engagement and delivering group work.
• Experience working with families and young people affected by substance use is highly desirable.
• High standard of IT and case management skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the Cranstoun Here4YOUth Whole Family Programme.
• Lead the coordination of group interventions for families.
• Mentor and participate in induction for volunteers within the family service.

Skills

Community engagement experience

Good written and verbal communication

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Cultural awareness and sensitivity

Job description

Salary: £26,650-£32,600 per annum

Hours: 35 hours per week, with one late evening and occasional weekends

Contract: Permanent

Location: Various local authority locations across Oxfordshire/Community settings

Job reference number: 1636

About Us

Here4YOUth Oxfordshire, part of Cranstoun, is a social justice and harm reduction charity with a global ambition. Our vision is to be a world-class leader in rebuilding lives, and our purpose is to inspire and empower people to live healthier and safer lives. We value being ambitious, creative, compassionate, collaborative, and respectful.

A word from one of our team members…

“Being part of the Here4YOUth team at Cranstoun is incredibly rewarding. Every day, I see the difference we make in the lives of families and young people. The support, encouragement, and genuine care from colleagues creates an environment where you can truly grow and help others thrive.”

Job Purpose

Support families affected by substance use by delivering a whole family programme. You will help strengthen family resilience, improve communication, and support positive change for children, young people, and their families in Oxfordshire.

• Deliver the Cranstoun Here4YOUth Whole Family Programme, including comprehensive whole-family assessments exploring challenges, coping strategies, and readiness for change.
• Lead the coordination of group interventions for children, young people, and whole families.
• Contribute to service evaluations and service level reporting.
• Mentor and participate in induction for volunteers within the family service.
• Provide guidance and peer supervision to team members working with children and young people who are affected by substance use.
• Use trauma-informed and evidence-based approaches in your work and facilitate practical activities for engagement and skill-building, including mindfulness and grounding techniques.

Person Specification

• Experience of community engagement and delivering group work.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team as well as a strong ability to liaise with and build effective working relationships with other agencies.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working with families and young people affected by substance use or similar challenges is highly desirable.
• Willingness to undertake relevant training (e.g., Drawing & Talking, group skills, internal programme delivery).
• Excellent understanding of safeguarding, harm reduction principles, and multi-agency working.
• High standard of IT and case management skills and ability to support others through basic IT tasks as needed.
• Ability to manage time, prioritise activities, and maintain accountability and support others to do this.
• Cultural awareness, sensitivity, and ability to work non-judgementally in all arenas.

Benefits

As part of joining Cranstoun, and successfully completing your probation period, you will be able to access a diverse benefits package including access to store discounts, a car lease scheme, gym membership discounts, health cash plans and a yearly wellbeing day on top of annual leave.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Rachael Kerrigan, Service Manager, at [e-mail].

To find out more about this role and to apply, please visit the website via the apply button.

Closing date: 26 January 2026.

Additional Information

This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. Due to the nature of the role, being a driver is essential, with access to a car and business insurance required.

We are an inclusive employer, committed to promoting equality and diversity in all areas of our work.

Registered Charity No: 1061582