Family Support Worker
CV-LibraryChester, Cheshire West and ChestertemporaryPosted: 6 November 2026
Apply NowBelmont Recruitment are currently looking for an experienced Family Intervention Worker / Family Case Worker to join a Local Authority based in Chester. This is a temporary opportunity working with families experiencing multiple and complex challenges, providing intensive support, advocacy and guidance to improve outcomes for children and young people.
📍 Location: Chester – borough-wide travel required
⏰ Hours: Full-time (flexible working, including occasional evenings and weekends)
📅 Contract: Temporary
🔎 DBS: Enhanced DBS with Children's and Adults Barred List checks required
🚗 Travel: Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle essential
Key Responsibilities:
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Manage a caseload of families experiencing multiple and complex needs.
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Lead and participate in Team Around the Family (TAF) meetings and develop holistic assessments and SMART action plans.
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Deliver evidence-based interventions to parents, carers and children to encourage positive behavioural changes.
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Support families in overcoming barriers and accessing appropriate services.
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Advocate for families and coordinate support from statutory and voluntary agencies.
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Work with families experiencing challenges including addiction, offending behaviour, mental health issues, homelessness and unemployment.
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Work collaboratively with partner agencies to improve outcomes for children and families.
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Challenge partner agencies where necessary to ensure families receive appropriate support.
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Maintain accurate case records, including children's views and lived experiences.
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Undertake home visits and work flexibly across the borough.
Requirements:
* Previous experience working with children, young people and families.
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Experience managing complex cases and coordinating support from multiple agencies.
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Experience supporting individuals facing challenges such as addiction, homelessness, offending behaviour and mental health issues.
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Strong knowledge of child development, safeguarding and assessment frameworks.
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Ability to work independently and manage a demanding caseload.
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Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
Please reply with an up-to-date CV ASAP if you are interested in this opportunity
📍 Location: Chester – borough-wide travel required
⏰ Hours: Full-time (flexible working, including occasional evenings and weekends)
📅 Contract: Temporary
🔎 DBS: Enhanced DBS with Children's and Adults Barred List checks required
🚗 Travel: Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle essential
Key Responsibilities:
*
Manage a caseload of families experiencing multiple and complex needs.
*
Lead and participate in Team Around the Family (TAF) meetings and develop holistic assessments and SMART action plans.
*
Deliver evidence-based interventions to parents, carers and children to encourage positive behavioural changes.
*
Support families in overcoming barriers and accessing appropriate services.
*
Advocate for families and coordinate support from statutory and voluntary agencies.
*
Work with families experiencing challenges including addiction, offending behaviour, mental health issues, homelessness and unemployment.
*
Work collaboratively with partner agencies to improve outcomes for children and families.
*
Challenge partner agencies where necessary to ensure families receive appropriate support.
*
Maintain accurate case records, including children's views and lived experiences.
*
Undertake home visits and work flexibly across the borough.
Requirements:
* Previous experience working with children, young people and families.
*
Experience managing complex cases and coordinating support from multiple agencies.
*
Experience supporting individuals facing challenges such as addiction, homelessness, offending behaviour and mental health issues.
*
Strong knowledge of child development, safeguarding and assessment frameworks.
*
Ability to work independently and manage a demanding caseload.
*
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
Please reply with an up-to-date CV ASAP if you are interested in this opportunity