Job type
TemporaryLocation
CoventryWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Family Support WorkerIndustry
Healthcare & MedicalPay
Paying up to £17.46
Job Opportunity: Children and Family Worker – Coventry
Your new company
Coventy City Council are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Children and Family Worker to join our West Area Team in Coventry. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children, young people, and their families by providing intensive, tailored support.
Your new role
As a key worker, you will manage a caseload, deliver individual and group interventions, and work collaboratively with families and professionals to create and implement effective support plans. You’ll be based primarily at the Coundon Office, with flexibility to work in the community and from home as needed.
Key Responsibilities
- Build trusting relationships with families to support positive change.
- Assess needs and develop integrated family support plans.
- Deliver direct interventions and group work programmes.
- Work closely with multi-agency partners including health, education, and social care.
- Maintain accurate records and contribute to reports, including for court if required.
- Participate in supervision, training, and service development.
What you'll need to succeed
- NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in childcare or relevant experience in the criminal justice system.
- Experience working with children, young people, and families, particularly those who are hard to reach.
- Strong communication, assessment, and case management skills.
- Knowledge of safeguarding, child development, and family support approaches.
- Ability to work flexibly, including occasional evenings and weekends.
What you'll get in return
Competitive salary
Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
Supportive and collaborative work environment.
Engage in reflective supervision, peer support, and relevant training.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
For more detailed information, or to view other vacancies with this organisation, please visit our dedicated recruitment website https://webmicrosites.hays.co.uk/web/children-sc-jobs
