Job Description
Support kinship families to build resilience, access vital services and create brighter futures for the children in their care. At Kinship, we''re here for kinship carers - relatives and friends who step up to raise children when their parents are unable to do so. We''re looking for a compassionate and proactive Family Worker to join our Programmes team and provide direct support that helps kinship families build resilience, access the support they need and achieve positive outcomes for children. This is a community-based role with travel across Windsor and Maidenhead, Bracknell Forest and Slough, combining home visits, community-based support and some remote working, so you''ll need to be comfortable travelling throughout the county to support families where they live and within their local communities. Through our evidence-informed Connected programme, you''ll provide intensive one-to-one support to kinship carers, helping them navigate complex systems, access services, strengthen support networks and build confidence in their caring role. You''ll also support delivery of our Ready programme, helping prospective and new Special Guardians access workshops, information and support at key points in their journey. In this role, you''ll: Deliver one-to-one support to kinship carers in their homes, communities and remotely. Undertake needs assessments and support carers to achieve agreed goals and outcomes. Provide emotional support, advocacy and practical guidance. ..... full job details .....