Family Support Worker

Would you like to work somewhere dedicated to supporting families? Somewhere committed to your professional development? A place of learning and development for all with great opportunities?

Families First Guildford is looking for a Family Support Worker to join our team as soon as possible.

The post is full time for 52 weeks a year and permanent.

Families First Guildford delivers a joined-up offer of family resilience and safeguarding services for families with children 0 – 18 years (up to 25 years to support those with additional needs), based on a clear understanding of local needs across a district & borough.

We work across the borough of Guildford with our main site at Guildford Nursery School, Hazel Avenue.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Level 3 qualified in education, health and/or social care
• Positive, flexible, responsible and with a passion for working with families
• Keen to make a real impact within and beyond their own team
• A team player with excellent interpersonal skills
• Able to work in partnership with parents and carers to reduce inequalities in children’s outcomes
• Highly motivated and able to prioritise and manage a busy workload.

A full driving licence and use of a car is required.

We can offer:

• The opportunity to develop your skills through a thorough supervision programme.
• A positive, friendly and supportive team of staff and governors
• Great resources and facilities in and outside
• Excellent professional development opportunities in our new family centre
• The chance to work with families and children who are fantastic to be with.

The role would suit Home School Link Workers, Social Workers and qualified Family Support Assistants looking to develop into the role of a Family Support Worker.

We are recruiting for both AFSW and FSW’s and applicants are welcome to express and interest in both.

Visits to the centre are welcomed for all serious candidates. To make an appointment please call Charlotte Bate, Service Manager Families for First Guildford on 07305 057372.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and references.

Guildford Nursery School and Family Centre is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Please return completed application forms to: recruitment@guildfordnscc.surrey.sch.uk

Starting salary: £31,262 FTE

Salary scale: £31,262- £33,321

Closing date: Midday, Wednesday 5 February 2025

Shortlisting will take place on Friday 7 February 2025

Assessments will take place on Tuesday 11 February or Wednesday 12 February 2025

Interviews will be held Thursday 27 February 2025