Senior Family Worker
(E/SFW/L/0726))
Permanent 24 hours per week
Lisburn Sure Start
£18,233.28 per annum
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Build trusting, respectful relationships with parents / carers and children aged 0 3
Support the Family Work Coordinator where necessary in carrying out initial registration visits with families conducting an assessment of need to provide appropriate intervention and services for families
Support the Family Work Coordinator where necessary to allocate referrals to the Family / Child Health Team
To carry a caseload whereby home visiting and outreach support are offered and facilitated to families
Provide parenting support and practical advice on child development, positive behaviour, routines etc
Plan and deliver group programmes such as stay and play, parenting programmes and health promotion workshops
Support families to access relevant services including early education, health and specialist support
Signpost families to appropriate Sure Start services and programmes ensuring the most appropriate support for the family
Monitor childrens development and implement collaboration decision making model conversations where appropriate
Identify any developmental delays or safeguarding concerns and take appropriate action in line with policies and procedures
Work closely with health visitors, social workers, speech and language therapists and other professionals
Essential Criteria:
- Level 3 or working towards Level 5 Child Care Learning and Development
- Minimum of 2 years experience of working with children or families
- 5 GCSEs at grade C and above including English Language or equivalent
- Clean drivers licence and access to transport. Successful candidate will be required to have business insurance for their job role.
Application:
A satisfactory Access NI Enhanced / Standard disclosure or Garda Clearance is required prior to commencement of employment.
Bryson adheres to Access NI Code of Practice available upon request.
For more information, or a full job description/person specification, please contact the HumanResources Department Tel: or email:Application packs are downloadable from where there is also the option to apply online.
The closing date for the receipt of completed applications is:
Wednesday 15th July at 12pm
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