Family Support Worker - Reunification Team
- weston super mare, england, United Kingdom
- Temporary
- Full time
Job Description
Family Support Worker - Reunification Team
We are looking for a committed and compassionate Family Support Worker to join our specialist Reunification Service.
This role provides practical, direct, and intensive support to children and families as they prepare for and experience reunification. Working alongside Social Workers, you will help families build the skills, routines, and confidence needed to create safe and stable home environments.
As a Family Support Worker, you will work directly with children, parents, and carers to deliver tailored interventions that strengthen family relationships and support lasting reunification outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Providing direct support to children and parents before, during, and after reunification.
- Delivering parenting and family-based interventions.
- Supporting families to establish routines, boundaries, and effective communication.
- Undertaking home visits and practical support sessions.
- Working closely with schools, health services, and community organisations.
- Monitoring progress and contributing to reunification plans.
- Helping families access community resources and support networks.
- Maintaining accurate records and reporting on outcomes.
Contact Information
If you are passionate about helping families overcome challenges and achieve positive, lasting change for children, we would love to hear from you. Contact Becky Thompson, Head of Service, for more information.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Company: North Somerset Council | Salary: £32,061 - £34,434 | Hours: Full-time | Location: Weston-super-Mare, BS23 1UJ | Working pattern: Hybrid - 3 days remote | Job type: Temporary | Posting date: 14 Aug 2026 | Closing date: 4 Sept 2026
Summary
Supporting Families to Thrive Together
We are looking for a committed and compassionate Family Support Worker to join our specialist Reunification Service.
This role provides practical, direct, and intensive support to children and families as they prepare for and experience reunification. Working alongside Social Workers, you will help families build the skills, routines, and confidence needed to create safe and stable home environments.
As a Family Support Worker, you will work directly with children, parents, and carers to deliver tailored interventions that strengthen family relationships and support lasting reunification outcomes.
About Disability Confident Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.
Related jobs
Social Worker - Reunification Team
£35,412 to £41,771 per year
North Somerset Council
Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset
Hybrid Temporary Full time
Head of Service Roles x 5
£63,403 to £71,838 per year
North Somerset Council
Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset
Hybrid Permanent Full time
SEND Officer
£35,412 to £38,220 per year, pro rata
North Somerset Council
Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset
Hybrid Temporary Part time
#J-18808-Ljbffr