Outreach Family Support Worker
You will help improve outcomes for children and young people through a whole-family approach, supporting them to access appropriate services and reduce the need for statutory interventions.
£18.We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Outreach Family Support Worker to join a well-established team at Liverpool City Council. This role involves working with children and families to provide high-quality, targeted outreach and home-based support.You will help improve outcomes for children and young people through a whole-family approach, supporting them to access appropriate services and reduce the need for statutory interventions.
£18.00 LTD per hour inclusive of holiday pay35 hours per week
3 month initial contract with possibility of extension after this
Responsibilities
Act as a Lead Professional for complex cases, conducting early help assessments and coordinating Team Around the Family meetings.Provide intensive, targeted support to children 0–25 where SEND applies and families, focusing on vulnerable groups.
Assess risk and need, formulating and implementing plans to reduce challenges and improve outcomes.
Use solution-focused methods aligned with the Signs of Safety model and tools like the Family Outcomes Star.
Deliver parenting strategies and facilitate meetings to strengthen family relationships.
Keep accurate records on electronic systems, attend supervision sessions, and contribute to team objectives.
Promote safeguarding, equality, and the council’s values in all aspects of your work.
Support supervised contact for cases under Early Help and collaborate with multi-agency professionals.
Requirements
Essential:
NVQ Level 3 in Childcare, Education, or Health and Social Care.Experience working directly with children, young people, and families, including outreach and home-based support.
Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection, with strong communication and record-keeping skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams.
Desirable:
Knowledge of child development and experience delivering practical parenting strategies.Skills in problem-solving, resilience, and innovative support methods.
Commitment to continuous professional development and Early Help principles.
Apply NowIf you are interested, please call Lisa McVinnie on 01772 208964 or email me your CV - lisa.mcvinnie@servicecare.org.ukIf this role isn't right for you, but you know someone who would fit perfectly to our engaged and devoted team and you refer them, you will receive a referral bonus of £250.The benefits of working with SCS:
A specialist dedicated Social Work consultant offering single point of contact.Exceptional referral bonuses - £250 per referral placed in to work
An extensive & exclusive range of Social Work vacancies across the UK
Nationwide provider Social Work staff to over 200 local authorities.
Annual training budget of up to £250 and continued online CPD training.
Excellent Annual Loyalty schemes / bonuses.
DBS disclosures provided via fast-track online services free of charge.