Family Support Worker Job in Wildwood

Job Introduction

Job Title: Family Support Worker – Permanency
Salary: £31,537 – £33,699 per annum 
37 Hours per Week
Location: Wildwood
Team: Permanency Planning & Support Team
Permanent 
 

Are you passionate about making a difference for children and families? We are looking for a Family Support Worker to join our Permanency Team within Children’s Services – Safeguarding & Services to Children and Young People.

About the Role

As a Family Support Worker, you will:

• Provide direct support to children, parents, and carers as part of assessments, plans, and reviews.
• Deliver Life Story Work to help children understand their early experiences in a creative and empathetic way.
• Support Special Guardianship Order (SGO) families, ensuring they have access to responsive, specialised support.
• Work closely with Private Law social workers and Case Progression Officers on private law tasks, liaising with courts and updating case systems.
• Empower parents/carers to meet their children’s needs and help keep children safe through effective planning.

What We’re Looking For

• A self-motivated individual with excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends, based on family needs.
• Experience of working in partnership with other agencies as part of a ‘team around the family’.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

For further information please contact: (Michelle Hargun on +441905843563 or email MHargun@worcestershire.gov.uk )

Benefits:
You’ll find an overview of the benefits Worcestershire County Council have to offer on our webpage 

• Worcestershire County Council – Why work for us? 
• Children’s Workforce Academy

Some of these offers include: 

• Great Holiday Entitlement: As well as bank holidays, you’ll get 26 days paid holiday (pro rata for part-time staff). This goes up to 31 days when you have been with us for 5 years. If you get more than 26 days where you work now, don’t worry because if you join us without a break, we’ll match your holiday up to 31 days. If you’re successful and want to take advantage of this do let us know!
• Brilliant Pension Scheme: The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) is a nationwide, career average pension scheme and is a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government.
• Professional Learning & Development: We actively encourage learning and development for all our staff should they want to progress further or explore other areas within the organisation.
• Flexible Working: We are proud to offer hybrid working to provide a better work/life balance where possible. 

Equality & Diversity: The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.

Application Closing Date: 17th December 2025
Anticipated Interview Date: To be Confirmed

APPLY HERE