Intensive Family Support Worker

Intensive Family Support Worker
(Ref: E/IFSW/B/102)

Job details:
Hours: 25 hours per week Please note this role includes out of hours visits and the service operates Mon-Sun 8am-8pm. Flexibility will be required.
Salary: £19161.96 per annum
Contract: Permanent

Job Background:
Bryson Pathways Children’s Service provides targeted support to families with children and young people aged 0–17 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:
Develop positive, trusting relationships with families to foster engagement and collaboration.
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 children’s behaviour constructively.
Empower families to build self-confidence and boost self-esteem through strengths-based approaches.
To work with children and families to address multiple and complex needs, improving family resilience and strengthening their connections
To support a caseload of families and work alongside the families in their homes for up to 12 weeks.
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.
Collaborate with social workers and other professionals to set goals tailored to each family's needs.
Participate in regular supervision and team meetings.
Keep accurate, clear records using a CRM system and prepare written reports using a CRM system as required.

Essential Criteria:
Minimum of QCF Level 3 Child Care qualification or :
Diploma in Health & Social Care Level 3 Children & Young People
NVQ Level 3 Children’s Care, Learning & Development
CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Child Care & Education (VRQ)
CACHE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Child Care & Education (Wales and NI)
BTEC Higher National Diploma in Childcare Studies
BTEC National Diploma in Childcare Studies
Degree in Social Work
1 years paid experience working with children or families
5 GCSEs including English language
Experience of planning and facilitating groups
Clean drivers’ license and access to transport

Application packs with full job description are downloadable from https://bryson.getgotjobs.co.uk/home, where there is also the option to apply online.
Closing date for receipt of completed applications is:
Thursday 6th November 2025 at 12pm