Child and Family Worker - Family Time Service
Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
05/10/2026
Advert End Date:
18/10/2026 23:59
Salary:
£32046 - £34811 per annum
Job Category:
Social Care - Children Service
Employment Location:
Bramble Centre/ Sandhill Base
Further Information
Child and Family Worker - Family Time Service
Salary - Grade 5 (SCP 17-22 ) £32046 - £34811 per annum
Contract type: Permanent, Full Time - 37 hours per week
Working Pattern - Monday to Friday 12-6pm including occasional weekend sessions as and when required
Closing Date - 18th October 2026
Interview Date - 26th October 2026
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 seeking a highly organised and experienced Child & Family Worker to support the delivery of family time across Together For Children. The Family Time Service aim’s to facilitate safe, positive and purposeful family time between cared for children, their parents & family and to ensure that the child or young person is safeguarded during supervised family time sessions.
You will work closely with social workers, foster carers, family members and schools to ensure cared for children have safe, meaningful and quality time with parents and family.
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:
- Have a relevant Level 3 qualification, NVQ3 or above in Childcare, Social care or equivalent
- Have a current driving license with access to and use of a motor vehicle
- Have knowledge and understanding of Children’s Social Care procedures, safeguarding procedures,
- Have knowledge of social, emotional and developmental needs of young people
- Have a commitment to achieving the best outcomes for children & their parents and their families.
- Have experience of working with children in need and their families,
- Have experience working in a team,
- Have good communication skills and customer service.
- Are able to demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills, report writing and recording skills.
- Are comfortable working at pace within a busy team environment, manage work demands, be self-motivated and committed to excellent work practice.
- Experience of working previously in a Social Care environment would be an advantage.
Contact Sarah Keighery at sarah.keighery@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 inclusion@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?