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Family Time Worker

Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council
📍 Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council L20 3NJ Permanent 💷 Grade E SCP 7-11, £26,403 - £28,142 (pay award pending)
Posted 13 August 2026 Closing date 4 September 2026
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2 x Permanent positions available The primary aim is to promote and support family relationships while ensuring the child's safety, welfare, and emotional wellbeing. Family Time Workers are often employed by local authorities, children's services, fostering agencies, or family support organisations. Key Responsibilities Facilitating Family Time Sessions Supervise contact sessions between children and family members. Create a safe, welcoming, and child-centred environment. Support positive interactions and relationships during visits. Manage difficult or challenging situations appropriately. Safeguarding Children Assess and manage risks during family time sessions. Monitor interactions to ensure children's safety and wellbeing. Follow safeguarding procedures and report concerns promptly. Maintain professional boundaries at all times. Observation and Recording Observe the quality of interactions between children and family members. Record factual, accurate, and unbiased observations. Produce detailed reports for social workers, courts, and other professionals. Closing Date - Friday 4th September Provisional Interview Date - Tuesday 29th September Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applicants. Position type: Full Time