Who We Are & What We Stand For
We are Gateshead Council, committed to enabling Gateshead to thrive with a forward‑thinking approach to caring for our community.
We pride ourselves on ambition and the spirit that our employees bring. We value flexibility, high standards and a focus on work‑life balance, offering flexi‑time, hybrid working and a suite of benefits.
Be there for children when it matters most
The Family Time service supports children in our care to maintain safe, meaningful relationships with their families. As part of the Children’s Social Care team, you will facilitate and deliver family time that prioritises children’s wellbeing, voice and experience. This is hands‑on, impactful work where no two days are the same.
Support connections. Safeguard futures.
What you will get to do
- Deliver family time sessions to ensure children experience safe, positive and high‑quality family time
- Observe, record and report on interactions, ensuring accurate and up‑to‑date case recording
- Transport children to family time, including travel outside the borough where required
- Contribute to reports for meetings and reviews, maintaining high standards of confidentiality and information sharing
- Support children and families through direct work and engagement during family time sessions
- Work flexibly, including evenings, mornings and weekends, to meet the needs of families
- Work both independently and as part of a team to deliver consistent, high‑quality support
- Maintain professional standards and keep up to date with legislation, research and best practice
- Contribute to service improvements and inspections where required
What You Will Bring
- A full driving licence and access to transport (or ability to meet mobility requirements)
- Experience working with children, young people and families, particularly those who are vulnerable or at risk
- Knowledge of child development, safeguarding processes and the challenges facing families
- Strong communication skills, including clear report writing and the ability to build relationships
- Ability to manage your workload, work independently and respond flexibly to service needs
- Understanding of professional boundaries, confidentiality, and safe lone working practices
- Commitment to equality, diversity, anti‑oppressive practice and delivering inclusive support
If successful you will have to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure
We will conduct an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check as part of the recruitment process.
What’s In It For You
- Competitive salary that reflects your skills and experience.
- Outstanding pension scheme.
- Learning & development: a range of training and progression opportunities.
- Health & wellbeing support: discounted gym memberships, mental health resources.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Electric & hybrid car scheme after 12 months service.
- Exclusive discounts and salary sacrifice options after 6 months service.
Our commitment to you
We are an equal opportunities employer and aim to provide a culture where everyone feels belonging, respect and empowerment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.
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