Are you a Life Changer? Do you want to lean in and transform the life of a child? Compass Community puts children first through our therapeutic, innovative approach. Integrity, Courage and Care shape how we work. We listen deeply, challenge each other and fix what needs fixing, together. This is the work and we’d like you to be part of it.
Role Overview
As a Family Support Worker with Compass Fostering, you will work with children facing challenges, and carers who need practical and emotional support to help them strengthen positive relationships with children in their care. This is a new and exciting opportunity to join our skilled social work team, influence and effect change within our organisation. This part‑time role is 22.5 hours per week and is based in or around Yorkshire.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure outstanding care and the best possible outcomes for children and young people in our care.
- Work in collaboration with all stakeholders to help children and young people reach their full potential.
- Undertake direct work with children on foster carers and their families to provide support and contribute to a plan of support, as required.
- Attend and participate in planning meetings or reviews, as required.
- Promote child participation and the voice of children within the West region.
- Promote carer support groups and seek feedback from carers to improve services.
- Work collaboratively with therapeutic services and the allocated SSW to improve children’s experiences and promote stability of care.
- Understand and contribute to the growth and continued development of the fostering service.
Requirements
- Previous experience in family support, social work, or a similar role is essential.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with families.
- A flexible and non‑judgmental approach, and the ability to adapt to different family dynamics.
- Self‑motivated, organised, and able to work independently.
- A valid driving licence and access to your own vehicle (mileage expenses reimbursed).An enhanced DBS check (or willingness to undergo one).
- Some weekend and evening work will be required.
What We Offer
- Career development – many career paths and support into senior roles.
- Low caseloads – your workload will be focused on developing services for children’s and carers’ engagement.
- Competitive salary – based on structured pay grades reflecting training and experience.
- Travel package – 45 pence per mile plus a £100 monthly car allowance.
- Wellbeing – access to therapeutic wellbeing sessions with our therapeutic services team.
- Bonuses – £200 after 2 years, £400 after 5 years, £600 after 10 years, plus up to £500 special recognition award.
- Awards – chance to win up to £150 in vouchers each month from our REACH Awards.
- Medi Cash – cashback for medical appointments and treatments, including optical and dental.
- Life Assurance Scheme – three times annual salary after successful probation review.
- Increased holiday – 25 days annual leave rising to 28 days within 4 years, plus all bank holidays, 2.5 days for birthday, health and wellbeing day, and a half day for festive shopping.
It Is Essential That You
- Have an approach that is reflective and creative when working with foster carers and young people to inspire them to reach their full potential.
- Can manage your own workload, giving support and guidance when necessary, and help carers and children develop their skills.
- Are passionate and want to actively contribute to the growth and development of the fostering service.
- Have worked in a fostering‑related support role or children’s social care setting.
- Have a good knowledge of fostering regulations, childcare law, and safeguarding issues.
- Have access to a car and a valid driving licence.
The successful applicant will be offered a role subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.
Compass is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. As we continue to grow, we value talented employees from diverse backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to support children and young people.
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