An amazing opportunity has arisen with Swan Family for a Child and Family Contact Supervisor to work in one of our two Liverpool Children and Family Contact Centres, located in Wavertree and Kirkdale.
The successful candidate will be joining a very dynamic team delivering a crucial service to families. No direct experience is necessary as full training is provided.
In this challenging but highly rewarding role, you will be responsible for co-ordinating and supervising family time between children and their birth families at contact centres and also out and about within the community.
Duties and Responsibilities:
* Complete a detailed recording of the observations made during these sessions and liaise with social workers, escalating any concerns as required.
* Join a child-focused, creative, and supportive team with a strong emphasis on being a good corporate parent.
* Transport and escort children and young people.
* Observe and supervise contact between children, young persons, and parents, including other family members.
* Risk manage and intervene as necessary to safeguard children.
* Have good report writing skills to factually describe observations within the contact session within the agreed time scale.
* Attend and participate in planning meetings or reviews as required.
* Follow safeguarding procedures of Swan Family and its clients at all times.
* Report any safeguarding concerns promptly.
* Attend supervision and training courses in relation to the tasks as required.
Essential Requirements:
* NVQ level 3 in children and young people workforce or related fields (this is essential and will not be able to move forward with an application without this).
* A current DBS for working with adults and children - we can assist you.
Desirable Requirements:
* A driving licence and access to a car is desirable but not essential.
We are looking for contact supervisors who understand the importance of child-centred services that make a difference to the families we work with. It is important that candidates are empathetic, have good communication skills, and are non-judgemental in their practices. This role is ideal for social work students or those looking to pursue a career in social care.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Zero hours contract
Pay: £12.00 per hour
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Day shift
* Every weekend
* Monday to Friday
* No weekends
* Overtime
* Weekend availability
* Weekends only
Application question(s):
* Do you have a current DBS on the update service?
* Do you drive and have access to your own car?
* To be considered for this role you must have a level 3 or equivalent in Childcare. Can you confirm that you have this? Without a relevant qualification, we will not be able to move forward with this application.
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Liverpool
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