Family Time Supervisor

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom.

📋 Description

• Oversee Family Time sessions in accordance with contact agreements, pertinent court orders, and directives from referring agencies.

• Provide emotional support to children before, during, and after sessions.

• Monitor interactions and accurately document children’s experiences, responses, and emotional well-being in an impartial manner.

• Prepare comprehensive, factual reports within designated timelines.

• Review risk assessments, evaluate changing circumstances, and take necessary actions to ensure children's safety.

• Identify and report safeguarding concerns following Freedom’s protocols.

• Respond effectively to conflict or distress utilizing de-escalation techniques.

• Communicate professionally with parents, caregivers, colleagues, social workers, and other relevant professionals.

• Accompany children to and from sessions as needed and agreed upon.

• Participate in pertinent meetings, supervision, and additional training.

• Collaborate with the Family Time team, engage with the coordinator, and contribute to a consistent, child-centered service.

⛳️ Requirements

• At least a Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care, or a comparable relevant qualification.

• Level 3 qualifications in both Maths and English.

• Prior experience working with children and families, preferably in social care, education, or supervised contact.

• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection principles.

• Exceptional observation skills with the ability to write clear, accurate, and unbiased reports.

• A calm, empathetic demeanor and the capability to maintain professionalism in emotionally challenging situations.

• Awareness of confidentiality and professional boundaries.

• Respect for the unique cultural, racial, and ethnic needs of each child and family.

• Strong organizational skills, reliability, and the ability to work independently.

• Flexibility to accommodate agreed session schedules, including evenings, weekends, and school holidays.

• A valid driving license and access to reliable transportation when driving is required for the assignment.

• Successful completion of safer recruitment checks, including appropriate references, Enhanced DBS check, and verification of qualifications and right to work.

• Experience in collaborating with social workers or other professionals within a multi-agency context is advantageous.

• Experience in supervised family contact is a plus.

• Familiarity with conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques is desirable.

• Previous training related to domestic abuse is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and school holidays based on session arrangements.

• Access to supervision, team meetings, and relevant training opportunities.

• Support for professional development.

• Completion of safer recruitment checks, including appropriate references, Enhanced DBS check, and verification of qualifications and right to work.