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Job Title: Family Time Worker
Working Pattern: Full-time, 37 hours per week, flexibly over 5 days between the hours of 9.00am to 6.30pm to meet the needs of the Family Time Service.
Salary: £30,024 - £32,597 Pay Award Pending
Location: Hartsholme Family Centre, Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Closing Date: Sunday 19 July 2026
Interviews: Tuesday 28 July 2026

This is an exciting and challenging opportunity to join a successful team and to improve outcomes for children and families. We are looking for a motivated, organised and flexible individual to join our team and contribute to this developing service.

Due to recent changes in immigration law in the UK we are unable to offer skilled worker visa sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the requirements.

About the Role

The full time position in Lincoln is worked flexibly over 5 days between the hours of 9.00am to 6.30pm to meet the needs of the Family Time Service. Some weekend working may be required, this is completed on a rota basis.

The Team

The Family Time Service in Lincolnshire is a county wide service. There are 4 Senior Family Time Workers, managed by a Practice Supervisor and Team Manager. Across the County there are 21 Family Time Workers, working across 8 centres, you will be line managed by the Senior for your locality.

About You

The successful applicant will be required to supervise family time between children and their parents/family, where children are subject to court proceedings, and no longer in the care of their parents. You will need to demonstrate a clear awareness of safeguarding children. An accurate report is completed after each session, therefore good recording and IT skills are essential.

A natural communicator, you should be able to work in partnership with parents and other professionals to promote and model good quality family time. A good understanding of child development, attachment, separation and risk management would be a distinct advantage, as there is a clear expectation that you will promote the best interests of the child.

NVQ level 3 is required in Health and Social Care or related equivalent.

The role may require you to work across various locations, therefore the use of a car and a current clean driving license is essential for the role.

About Our Offer

Along with a competitive salary we are offering:

• A Contributory pension
• Comprehensive benefits package including excellent discount schemes and cycle to work
• Flexible working policies
• Career progression opportunities
• A generous annual leave entitlement plus the option to buy more

Further details about the benefits of working for Lincolnshire County Council are available here: Rewards and benefits – Lincolnshire County Council

If you have a specific query regarding this role, then please contact Fiona Hawkins on fiona.hawkins@lincolnshire.gov.uk

Applications Close on 19.07.2026 and interviews will be held on 28.07.2026

We wish you the best of luck with your application!

Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.

All candidates are advised to read the attached job information pack prior to making an application.

On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward.

We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.

Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

At Lincolnshire County Council, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we offer a rewarding package designed to support your work–life balance, health and wellbeing, financial security, and career growth. Find out more about our offer to you here.

PLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that your personal statement clearly states why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description (attached on LCC jobs Site) and what you feel you can bring to this role, the team and the wider County Council.

Please refer to our Job Information Pack here to support you in your application.

Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.

On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward. Please also note: once an application is submitted it is final and cannot be amended. If you withdraw your application, it cannot be reinstated and you will not be able to submit another application for that vacancy. If you have an issue with your submitted application, please contact recruitment@lincolnshire.gov.uk.

We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.

Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Fluency Duty

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

Our values – collaborative, adaptable, eco-conscious, supportive, and responsible – guide everything we do. We’re looking for candidates who share these values and bring them to life in their work, helping us build strong teams and make a real difference in the communities we serve.