Family Support Worker

Job description

Family Support Worker (Agency)

Location: Kent Pay: £15.00-£17.00 per hour Hours: Flexible - Choose Your Own Shifts

About the Role

We are looking for experienced and compassionate Family Support Workers to join our growing agency team across Kent.

This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same. You will be supporting children and young people across a range of settings, including:

• Children's residential homes
• Unregulated placements
• Contact supervision sessions
• Escorting and transporting children and young people safely to and from appointments, education, family contact, and other locations

You will be working with children and young people who have experienced trauma and may present with emotional and behavioural needs. Your role will be to provide consistent, positive support while promoting their safety, wellbeing, and development.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking individuals who are resilient, reliable, and passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience working with children and young people.
• An understanding of trauma-informed practice and supporting young people with emotional and behavioural needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A caring, patient, and professional approach.
• The legal right to work in the UK.

Desirable

• A full UK driving licence with business insurance (preferred but not essential).
• Experience working in residential childcare, family support, or similar environments.

Why Join Our Agency?

• Flexible working to suit your lifestyle.
• Competitive pay rates of £15.00-£17.00 per hour.
• A diverse role with opportunities to work across multiple settings.
• Ongoing support from our experienced recruitment team.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable children and young people.

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship or Skilled Worker visas for this role. Applicants must already have the unrestricted right to work in the UK.

If you have the experience, dedication, and passion to support children and young people through challenging circumstances, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team committed to creating positive outcomes for young people across Kent.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Kent

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £15.00 and £17.00 Per Hour

Published at

25-06-2026

Profession type

Home Care Jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English