Family Time Worker
Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.
The role of the Family Time Worker is to support the line manager in ensuring an efficient and quality supervised family time service is delivered to children and families in Blaenau Gwent.
An opportunity has arisen within the Children’s Services for a Family Time Worker with proven experience of working with and delivering services/programmes to children, parents and carers.
You will be responsible for supporting supervised family time arrangements as agreed by referral and review, ensuring that family time sessions are planned and supported to meet the needs of the child(ren) in question and support parents in developing their relationship and interactions with their children to ensure that family time sessions are as positive as possible for the child(ren).
Essential criteria for the role includes a relevant Level 3 (or above) professional qualification in Health and Social Care, Early Years, Education (e.g. H&SC, CCLD, NNEB, EYCE) and Safeguarding Level 1 and 2. You will also be able to engage effectively with a range of professionals and agencies to promote partnership working and have an understanding of the needs of children who are looked after and/or in need of protection.
Thorough pre-employment screening is undertaken during the recruitment process. The post holder will be required to complete an application for a Disclosure of Criminal Records.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A comprehensive
pre-employment screening process will be undertaken which will include an Enhanced Disclosure with Child and Adult Barred List.
Access to a vehicle for work purposes is a requirement of the role.
For information on the re-employment and re-engagement of former employees please refer to the Council’s Pay Policy.
About us
At Blaenau Gwent, we are passionate about the work we do and the impact we have. We empower our staff to make meaningful changes and take action to enhance our services.
Want to ask us a question?
For further information or if you would like to have an informal discussion, please contact Rebecca Lewis – 01495 369620
Closing Date:
5.12.2025 At 12:00 midnight
Interview Date:
Shortlisting 8.12.2025 / Interview 12.12.2025.
Salary range
- £26,403 - £28,598 per year