Overview
Families First Guildford is looking for Assistant Family Support Workers to join our team as soon as possible. The posts are full time for 52 weeks a year although there is flexibility for part time hours and job sharing. Minimum of 20 hours per week over 4 days. Both permanent and temporary contracts are available. Families First Guildford delivers a joined-up offer of family resilience and safeguarding services for families with children 0 – 18 years (up to 25 years to support those with additional needs), based on a clear understanding of local needs across a district & borough. We work across the borough of Guildford with our main site at Guildford Nursery School, Hazel Avenue.
Responsibilities
As an Assistant Family Support Worker you will facilitate, in partnership with other practitioners and agencies, a range of outcome based family learning and parenting programmes. You will also hold a caseload of up to 9 families. We are currently seeing an increase in allocations due to children’s additional needs and the impact this can have on both home and school. As part of the role you will have be supporting the needs of these families.
Requirements / Qualifications
A full driving licence and use of a car is required for this role.
What we offer
Additional information
Visits to the centre are welcomed for all serious candidates. To make an appointment please call Charlotte Bate, Service Manager Families for First Guildford. This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and references.
Guildford Nursery School and Family Centre is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Please return completed application forms by email to the recruitment inbox. Salary scale : PS6 £30,647 - £32,867
Salary based on 36 hours per week, 52 weeks per year : £30,647 pa
Closing date : Midday Monday 13 October 2025
Shortlisting : Thursday 16 October 2025
Assessments will take place on 22 or 23 October 2025
Interviews : Friday 24 October 2025
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Family Support Worker • Guildford, England, United Kingdom