Family Support Worker

Job Description

This is a new and exciting opportunity to join our Adoption and Fostering Services in Aberdeenshire Council. You will work with each team , leading our recruitment strategy for family finding in Aberdeenshire. Click on the link below to watch our SWAY presentation to tell you more about his new role. If you have any questions, give us a call, we would love to hear from you.

Family Support Worker (Finding Families)

Do you want to make a real difference?

• this is more than a job – it’s a chance to help children stay connected to their communities, families and support networks
• you’ll play a key role in finding and supporting the next generation of foster carers and adoptive families
• every conversation you have could change a child’s life

About the role

• you’ll be the first point of contact for people thinking about fostering or adoption
• you’ll:

o respond to enquiries (phone, email, online)

o give clear, honest information about the process

o build relationships and support people to take the next step

• you’ll also:

o help run community events and recruitment campaigns

o work with carers, partners and communities to raise awareness

What you’ll be doing

• building trust and engagement with prospective carers
• helping families understand what fostering or adoption really involves
• supporting early assessment and progression decisions
• organising and supporting:

o information sessions

o outreach and recruitment activity

• working alongside:

o social work teams

o communications teams

o community and third sector partners

• tracking enquiries and helping improve how we recruit and support families [1]

Requirements

What we’re looking for

• someone who:

o is confident talking to people from all backgrounds

o can build relationships quickly and sensitively

o has strong communication and listening skills

• experience of:

o working with families, communities or the public

o handling enquiries and providing advice

o organising events or engagement activity

• ability to:

o assess information and use professional judgement

o manage workload and follow up consistently

work across teams and partners

There is a responsibility for the post holder to demonstrate a commitment to quality service delivery through continuous improvement for the benefit of the Service and the organisation.

Fixed Term for a period not exceeding 20/09/2029

Informal enquiries to Carol Reilly - 01467 536580 or Sara Youngson - 01467 536696

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Responsibilities

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A current valid Driving Licence is essential.

This post is regulated work with Children and/or Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

This post has a minimum requirement of one reference, which must be your current or most recent employer.