Assistant Family Worker

ASSISTANT FAMILY WORKER

FULL TIME, SECONDMENT/FIXED TERM CONTRACT - 12 MONTHS

ANNUAL SALARY £16,998 - £19,317

CHELMSFORD

This is an exciting opportunity to work with Chelmsford City Council and the Essex Family Solutions Team which delivers targeted early intervention for children and families at risk of not achieving their full potential. The Family Solutions Teams develop and deliver a range of services which enable families to find sustainable solutions to improve their lives.

Along with the general duties (which can be downloaded in the full job details below), the post hold will:

- act as a point of reference between Chelmsford City Council staff and Family Solutions.
- work with all relevant teams and departments in Chelmsford City Council.
- be a conduit for information exchange between Chelmsford City Council and Family Solutions, including promoting understanding of referrals to Family Solutions from Chelmsford City Council staff; and briefing Family Solutions staff on relevant Chelmsford City Council issues and procedures.
- hold regular sessions with teams within Chelmsford City Council, and attend relevant training offered by Chelmsford City Council.
- attend relevant groups and subgroups facilitated by Chelmsford City Council and partners
- assist the team manager in analysing information for families working with Family Solutions in the city and feeding conclusions back to key colleagues in Chelmsford City Council and partner organisations
- be the main point of contact for Family Solutions with social landlords in the city

The post holder will only undertake casework with families living in the Chelmsford City Council area.

IF YOU ARE APPLYING ON A SECONDMENT BASIS PLEASE ENSURE THAT HAVE AGREEMENT FROM YOUR CURRENT LINE MANAGER.

ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL IS COMMITTED TO SAFEGUARDING AND PROMOTING THE WELFARE OF CHILDREN AND VULNERABLE ADULTS, AND EXPECTS ALL EMPLOYEES AND VOLUNTEERS TO SHARE THIS COMMITMENT.

Our aim is to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications, regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, age or religion or belief. All applications will be considered solely on merit.

Additional Benefits

Essex County Council are proud to offer an excellent benefits package to all of our employees.

This includes:

- A Local Government pension scheme.
- Interest free bus & rail season ticket loans, from £100 - £5,000 as well as pool bikes & a car sharing scheme.
- Access to the key worker housing scheme.
- Childcare voucher scheme.
- Excellent opportunities for personal & professional development through our specialist L&D teams.
- Extensive induction programmes.
- At least 22 days annual leave + 8 bank holiday days (rising to 29 days Dependent on grade & length of service).
- A sports & social club at County Hall, Chelmsford.
- Continued service benefits.
- Staff discounts in gyms/travel agents/car sales/restaurants & days out.

Interview Details

Interviews will be taking place on 31st October 2013

Working for Essex welcome applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of gender, race, disability, age or sexual orientation.

Working for Essex is a trading name of Capita Resourcing Ltd. Services offered are those of an Employment Agency and Employment Business. Applicants will be required to register with us.