Child And Family Worker

We are currently supporting a client in the Newcastle area and are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Child & Family Worker to support children, young people, and families through a relationship-based and strengths-focused approach.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference by helping families overcome challenges and build positive, stable futures.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide emotional, practical, and advocacy support to children, young people, and families within the community.
• Manage a caseload, assess needs, and develop tailored support plans to improve wellbeing and independence.
• Support children in care and unaccompanied young people, including family contact, reunification, appointments, and access to services.
• Work with parents and carers to address challenges such as housing, debt, education, employment, and social isolation.
• Collaborate with partner agencies, make referrals, and connect families with appropriate local services and resources.
• Maintain accurate records, follow safeguarding procedures, and contribute to service monitoring, evaluation, and development.

Key requirements:

• Experience working with children, young people, and families
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection
• Ability to manage a caseload and work independently
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• A proactive, empathetic, and resilient approach
• Ability to work collaboratively with multi-agency partners
• Commitment to supporting positive outcomes for families
• Full UK driving licence (desirable, depending on role)

Contract Length:3 months initially with the view of an extension.
Pay Rate:£16.37
Working pattern - 37 hours per week, onsite.

Hit the apply button now and follow the steps below:
Contact Leasha on 01772 954200

Here at Spencer Clarke Group, we pride ourselves on connecting you with the best career opportunities; our experienced Consultants have extensive market knowledge in Children's Services and will also provide expert career advice along the way.

We also have a market leading referral scheme of up to £250* so if you know of someone who may also be looking for an exciting career opportunity, ask them to contact Leasha at Spencer Clarke Group.*T's & C's apply.