Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
27/07/2026
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 10/08/2026 23:59
Job Category:
Social Care - Children Service
Employment Location:
Sandhill Centre, Sunderland/ Agile
Further Information
Child and Family Worker
Grade 5 (SCP 17-22) £31022 - £33699 per annum
Permanent
Full Time - 37 hours per week
Join our Team
Together for Children Sunderland is on a transformative journey to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people in Sunderland. We are an outstanding Ofsted-rated Children’s service, if you’re committed to helping children, families, and our community thrive and have the skills to support our mission, we would love to hear from you. You can learn more about us here: Together for Children.
About the role
We are looking for a suitably experienced Child & Family Worker to join the Children with Disability Team.
Are you passionate about supporting children with complex needs to reach their full potential? If so, then please consider joining our Children with Disabilities Team and become part of our outstanding service.
This is an exciting opportunity to join an established team, based at the Sandhill Centre. You will have responsibility for supporting children and young people with disabilities who access a care package of support. As part of your role, you will review care packages and ensure services are co-ordinated to best meet individual need.
Child & Family Workers also support social workers in their work with families; delivering interventions and parenting support as and when required.
Experience of working with children, young people and families with disabilities is desirable but not essential. You must be a team player and be able to form positive relationships with colleagues and partner agencies.
You will benefit from a manageable caseload and a high level of support.
Together for Children’s current working arrangement is a pattern of agile home working and office-based working
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. We will also carry out an online internet search for information that is publicly available online that might suggest that you are not fit to work with children or young people.
“Due to recent changes in UKVI rules, this role does not meet the criteria for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship under the updated eligibility requirements effective 22 July 2025.”
We want you to apply if you:
- Hold a current driving licence and have access to a car or means to mobility support
- Hold a relevant level 3 qualification (NVQ Level 3, in childcare, social care or equivalent) or the ability to work towards this within a reasonable timescale.
Contact Steven Anderson at steven.anderson@togetherforchildren.org.uk for an informal discussion.
Why work with us?
· Make a difference: Our work matters. The work we do is incredibly rewarding. Join us and make a difference in the lives of our children, families, and community.
· Inclusion: Thrive in our diverse and inclusive culture and be part of our employee networks, including Accessibility, LGBTQ+, Racial Equality, Armed Forces and Menopause.
· Work-Life Balance: We offer a hybrid model of working with agile and flexible working arrangements, including part-time opportunities, flexible hours, and the possibility of remote work arrangements.
· Professional Development: Advance your career with our comprehensive induction, supervision, peer support, and supportive environment.
· Be part of a happier, healthier workforce: Benefit from our wide range of wellbeing activities and employee assistance programmes.
· Attractive Salary, Benefits and Rewards: for additional information please follow this link Together for Children Benefits and rewards
· What our team think: About Us
We value diversity and strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including but not limited to various ages, disabilities, neurodiverse individuals, gender identities, sexual orientations, religions, beliefs, races, and ethnicities. We aim for our team to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.
We are committed to making our application process accessible to everyone. Please reach out to our EDI Lead EDI@togetherforchildren.org.uk or peoplesupport@togetherforchildren.org.uk so we can discuss any adjustments or support we can provide during the recruitment process or within the workplace.
We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants who can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked-after young person, are care experienced, or are a veteran.
Are you ready to make a difference?
Please note
This job is closed for applications.