Job Title: Family Support Worker – Children in Care
Contract: Permanent (Part-time)
Hours: 29.6 (4 days per week)
Salary: 07HC £32,061 - £36,363 per annum (£25,648 to £29,090 per annum pro rata)
Location: Nationwide – based in Herefordshire
Position start date: 1 June 2026
Closing date: 8 April 2026
The Role
Our Children in Care service is made up of three teams. Each Team comprises of a Team Manager, Senior Practitioners, Social Workers, and Family Support Workers.
Working within the Children in Care Service you will thrive bringing your knowledge and experience to these fast-paced teams. Our children are both in and out of county.
You will work alongside Social Workers on visits to children and families, compiling family case summaries and chronologies and updating information to the records system.
You will have the opportunity to work alongside families in support of reunifying children with their families, parenting support and advice, and engaging children and young people in understanding their life story.
You will be Level 4 (or above) qualified in a health, education, or social care field with a with a minimum of 12 months experience of lone working with vulnerable families. Confident in working in complex environments and a flexible approach to a demanding role, you will be dedicated to improving the lives of children and families within Herefordshire.
Come and join us on our Restorative Journey of Improvement to gain the best for children and families in Herefordshire.
About You
- Passionate about making a positive difference for children in care and their families through consistent, high-quality support and assessment.
- Skilled in analysis, planning, and decision-making to ensure each child’s needs, strengths, and circumstances are clearly understood and effectively met
- Committed to working collaboratively, inclusively, and creatively with children, families, carers, and partner agencies to promote safety, stability, and positive outcomes
- Resilient, reflective, and confident in managing complex and sensitive situations, making sound professional judgments in the best interests of the child
- Able to thrive in a supportive, fast-paced team environment, contributing to a culture of learning, compassion, and continuous improvement in outcomes for children in care
To arrange an informal discussion, or ask any questions about the role, please contact
[email protected]
We Offer
A competitive salary, holiday entitlement, and access to our contributory pension and staff benefits scheme, which includes:
- Salary range of 07HC £32,061 - £36,363 per annum (£25,648 to £29,090 pro rata)
- Annual Leave: 31 days’ annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays. You can also purchase an additional 10 days per annum during the request period
- Flexible working: including the potential for job-sharing, part-time hours and agile working.
- Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 access to support and counselling
- Payment of professional membership fees (based on role requirements)
- Pick your perks - our benefits include access to a range of retail, leisure, holiday and health benefits. This includes savings, cash back and discounts.
Why Choose Us?
Herefordshire is a beautiful, historic county on the Welsh border, one of England’s most rural and unspoilt areas, with vibrant market towns and a strong sense of community.
Our priority is clear: to keep children safe and give them the best start in life. We do this through passionate, dedicated professionals who build strong relationships with children, families, and partners to make a lasting difference.
It’s an exciting time to join us. We’re investing in our people and our relational practice approach, working alongside our improvement partner, Leeds City Council. You’ll be supported by experienced managers, continuous professional development, and a genuine team ethos that values collaboration and care.
If you’re committed to helping children and young people thrive, come and join the journey in Herefordshire - where your work truly matters.
Herefordshire Council Plan
The Council plan sets out how we will make our contribution to achieving a better and more successful Herefordshire, please see the link below to find out more:
Herefordshire Council Plan 2024-2028
Reasonable Adjustments
Our recruitment process runs in partnership with Hoople Resourcing. If you require any reasonable adjustments or alternative methods for the online application process, please contact the resourcing team by email: [email protected].
If you’re shortlisted for interview and require any reasonable adjustments, our Children & Young People Recruitment Team will be happy to support you.
Creating an inclusive workplace
We encourage our employees to feel empowered and to use their voices to help embrace diversity, promote inclusivity and shape our organisation. We have eight employee network groups, collectives of colleagues who often share identities, life experiences or cultures and offer support and community. They also play an important role in strengthening the voices of employees at Herefordshire Council. Embedded in the Council's values is a commitment to listen to people's views and needs.
For more information on our Employee Network Groups please view our dedicated recruitment website: www.spiritofherefordshire.com.
Commitments, Covenants and Statutory Obligations
The following candidates will be interviewed if they meet the essential criteria for the post they are applying for:
- Those who indicate that they have a disability. This is part of our commitment to the “Disability Confident” scheme.
- Those who indicate in their application that they are an Armed Forces Veteran or Reservist. This is part of our pledge to support the Armed Forces Covenant.
- Those who indicate in their application that they are a Herefordshire care leaver. This is part of our commitment to supporting young people leaving our care.
We take our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults seriously and expect all of our staff, visitors and volunteers to share in this commitment.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and vulnerable adults. If you are offered this position, it will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service enhanced check and further pre-employment checks.
How to apply
To apply for a position, please upload an up-to-date CV and complete the application form demonstrating your experience, skills and abilities for the role.
Be sure to include reference to the job description and person specification or role profile! If you are successfully shortlisted, the C&YP Recruitment Team will contact you via email to arrange your interview and/or assessment. They will confirm the date, time and location of your interview, so please keep an eye on your email inbox - check your spam/ junk folder too.
Good luck, we’re looking forward to meeting you!