Family Support Worker
This post is currently subject to reorganisation as a result of the Social Care Reforms and job evaluation is pending.
Hartlepool is a small town, with a big heart!
As a service, we are striving to support the families of Hartlepool to be the best they possibly can be and would like to recruit dedicated, driven and committed people to help them achieve their goals.
We are seeking to recruit a Family Support Worker who will support families to achieve their goals. You will be joining us on an exciting journey of change, as the Social Care Reforms build from strength to strength in Hartlepool.
Do you want to join us?
We are looking for a team player, who thinks out of the box and realises that some people have times in their lives when being supported and understood is key to them making changes. You will be willing and able to assess and review the needs of children and families and develop a plan of support to empower families to improve and maintain their wellbeing. Working with other professionals, as well as the family, you will use tools and resources to support the plan, such as Support Circles, Safe and Together and Signs of Safety approach, building relationships that support change.
You will be supported to deliver interventions of support through delivery of groups to both young people and parent/carers and you will also support interventions, when requested, that will support the family unit. As an experienced and progressed Family Support Worker you will be able to showcase your learning through passing this on to others, through mentoring and supporting colleagues.
In return, you will be supported with a robust induction, regular supervision, comprehensive training and friendly, welcoming colleagues!
Progression from Band 7 through to 9 is subject to a progression criteria and the progression approval process.
For further information please contact Tracy Richardson, Team Manager on 01429 292444.
Closing Date - 17th November 2026
Shortlisting - 18th November 2026
Interviews - 24th November 2026
*These dates may be subject to change*
If you need help to complete the application form, then support is available from the Council's Jobs & Skills Service. You can contact the team by phoning 01429 868616 or by sending an e-mail to careers.service@hartlepool.gov.uk.
Further information on training to upskill and boost your CV is also available online at www.hartlepooljobsandskills.com
PLEASE NOTE- All communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the e-mail address that you have registered. Please ensure that you also check your junk mail.
Hartlepool is a small town, with a big heart!
As a service, we are striving to support the families of Hartlepool to be the best they possibly can be and would like to recruit dedicated, driven and committed people to help them achieve their goals.
We are seeking to recruit a Family Support Worker who will support families to achieve their goals. You will be joining us on an exciting journey of change, as the Social Care Reforms build from strength to strength in Hartlepool.
Do you want to join us?
We are looking for a team player, who thinks out of the box and realises that some people have times in their lives when being supported and understood is key to them making changes. You will be willing and able to assess and review the needs of children and families and develop a plan of support to empower families to improve and maintain their wellbeing. Working with other professionals, as well as the family, you will use tools and resources to support the plan, such as Support Circles, Safe and Together and Signs of Safety approach, building relationships that support change.
You will be supported to deliver interventions of support through delivery of groups to both young people and parent/carers and you will also support interventions, when requested, that will support the family unit. As an experienced and progressed Family Support Worker you will be able to showcase your learning through passing this on to others, through mentoring and supporting colleagues.
In return, you will be supported with a robust induction, regular supervision, comprehensive training and friendly, welcoming colleagues!
Progression from Band 7 through to 9 is subject to a progression criteria and the progression approval process.
For further information please contact Tracy Richardson, Team Manager on 01429 292444.
Closing Date - 17th November 2026
Shortlisting - 18th November 2026
Interviews - 24th November 2026
*These dates may be subject to change*
If you need help to complete the application form, then support is available from the Council's Jobs & Skills Service. You can contact the team by phoning 01429 868616 or by sending an e-mail to careers.service@hartlepool.gov.uk.
Further information on training to upskill and boost your CV is also available online at www.hartlepooljobsandskills.com
PLEASE NOTE- All communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the e-mail address that you have registered. Please ensure that you also check your junk mail.
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Salary range
- £27,709 - £34,811 per year