Family Contact Worker

Supervise family time sessions between looked-after children and their families across Worcestershire, ensuring sessions are safe, child-focused and enjoyable. Observe and record interactions accurately, producing factual written reports that may be used in court proceedings. Work within contact centres and community settings, supporting children and families while maintaining safeguarding standards and professional boundaries. Applicants must have experience working with children and families, strong report-writing skills, a full UK driving licence, access to a vehicle, and an Enhanced DBS with Children's Barred List check. Flexible hours available. Experience working with children, young people and families in a social care, education, family support, youth work, residential care or safeguarding environment.Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.Ability to supervise family time/contact sessions professionally and maintain appropriate boundaries.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to complete accurate, factual and objective observation reports suitable for court proceedings.Experience managing challenging behaviour and conflict in a calm and professional manner.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.Willingness to travel across Worcestershire and work at various venues and community locations.Enhanced DBS Check with Children's Barred List or willingness to obtain one before employment.Good IT skills, including the use of Microsoft Word, email and electronic case management systems. #J-18808-Ljbffr Alphapark Limited