Intensive Family Support Worker

Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

6/7/2025

Intensive Family Support Worker (Ref: E/IFSW/B/062) Job details: Hours:25 hours per week Salary:£19,188 per annum Contract: Permanent Job Background: Bryson Pathways Childrens Service provides targeted support to families with children and young people aged 017 who are facing significant challenges (Tier 3 under the NI Family Support Model). We are looking for an Intensive Family Support Worker to work directly with families in their homes to provide them with emotional and practical support so they can confidently manage everyday life. This role includes flexible out of hours visits. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Provide guidance and encouragement to parents, promoting the development of effective parenting skills through modelling and support. Assist families in establishing consistent daily routines (e.g., mealtimes, bedtimes, homework) and in managing childrens behaviour constructively. To work with children and families to address multiple and complex needs, improving family resilience and strengthening their connections Deliver interventions aimed at achieving measurable, positive outcomes for families, and regularly evaluate progress. Manage a small caseload of families, providing home visiting support for up to 12 weeks, tailored to individual needs. Participate actively in case reviews, planning meetings, and multidisciplinary team discussions to ensure coordinated and effective support. Essential Criteria: Minimum of QCF Level 3 Child Care qualification or equivalent 1 years paid experience working with children or families 5 GCSEs including English language Experience of planning and facilitating groups Insight into the needs of families under stress Knowledge and skills regarding the practicalities of family life and coping with family problems Clean drivers license and access to transport Application packs with full job description are downloadable fromwhere there is also the option to apply online. Closing date for receipt of completed applications is: Friday 20th June2025 at 1pm Benefits: Pension Fund Paid Holidays