Working in the keyworker role you will be responsible for supporting children, young people and their families to overcome the barriers to attending school on a regular basis, developing confidence and resilience for the family by delivering a range of interventions with families on your caseload. You will complete assessments with each family and develop an Early Help Plan that identifies clear and measurable targets. You will then work closely with family members providing targeted support to assist them to make the changes identified in the Plan.
You will coordinate and deliver tailored packages of support for a caseload of families with complex needs, acting as the lead professional to help families resolve conflict and prevent family breakdown. Work collaboratively with all family members to assess needs and develop comprehensive support plans that reflect individual circumstances, equality and diversity considerations, and include clear, measurable goals agreed upon by the family. Deliver evidence-based, bespoke interventions that are flexible and creative, within the family home or virtually, using a range of approaches including motivational interviewing and solution-focused techniques. Liaise closely with partner agencies to provide a coordinated response that safeguards families, maximises the effective use of resources, and supports sustainable positive change.
We are looking for candidates who have:
- QCF level 3 qualification in a relevant subject related to working with children, young people, and families.
- Ability to assess risk and protection factors, identify safeguarding concerns, seeking management guidance when appropriate.
- Experience of working with vulnerable families.
- An understanding of the broad needs and issues affecting the families of children and young people who are not accessing education and who may be engaged in risk taking activities.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, outside of office hours, including evenings and during school holidays.
Please download the Job Description & Person Specification for more information.
To apply for this role, please follow the ‘Apply Now’ button above and upload your CV and a Supporting Statement. We will be using your Supporting Statement to shortlist so please be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification, drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education, or personal interests.
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Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See ourpriority status page for details.
Interviews will take place Thursday Aug 6th at Hailsham Family Hub.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Tina Pelini – Tina.pelini@Eastsussex.gov.uk
A workforce for the community, from the community
We warmly welcome applications from all sections of the community. We but particularly encourage those from group that are underrepresented in our current workforce: Black and ethnic minority backgrounds, those who are disabled, men and those who identify as LGBTQ+. We are working towards recruiting a workforce that reflects our community because we recognise the unique skills, experience and perspective that each individual brings.
We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.
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“East Sussex is a very good employer. You’re able to work flexibly around childcare and caring responsibilities and that’s really helpful.” Charlotte, Social Worker
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East Sussex County Council Recruitment Team
