Job Description

We are working closely alongside with a local authority in Liverpool to assist with the appointment of a Outreach Family Support Worker on a 3- months contract, highly likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.

Rate of Pay £16.50 - £21.59 per hour

The Outreach Family Support Worker (OFSW) provides high-quality, intensive support to children (ages 0–25*) and their families using a "whole family" approach. Working at Level 2 and 3 of the Early Help framework, you will take full case responsibility to prevent the need for statutory intervention. Your goal is to empower families, improve outcomes, and ensure they can successfully transition to or access universal services. You will act as a Lead Professional, coordinating "Team Around the Family" (TAF) meetings and delivering bespoke support packages in the community and family homes.

Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary case holder for children with multiple support needs, including those "stepping down" from statutory social care.
• Complete comprehensive Family Help assessments and formulate TAF plans designed to reduce risk. Lead the coordination and regular review of these plans.
• Deliver child-centered, targeted support and bespoke programmes to vulnerable children, including adolescents dealing with complex emotional or mental health challenges.
• Promote the safeguarding of children in accordance with statutory legislation and City Council policies, remaining alert to changing circumstances inside and outside the home.
• Maintain precise electronic records, including chronologies and general notes, and produce detailed professional reports within strict deadlines.

Qualifications:

• A relevant Level 3 or Level 4 qualification in Childcare, Social Care, Youth Work, or a related field is essential.

Essentials

• Substantial experience working directly with children and families in a community, outreach, or home-based setting.
• Understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and the levels of intervention within Children's Services.
• A commitment to maintaining up-to-date knowledge of the legal frameworks and attending regular supervision with the Consultant Social Worker.

Please note:

• You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice.
• You should have right to work in U.K
• This role requires an Enhanced DBS

Disclaimer Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary, though opening assignments can be and often are, extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.

Important We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. Incase the role requires an enhanced DBS, your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service.

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