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Sessional Family Support Worker

The Fusion Group
Taunton Full-time
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Join Our Dedicated Team at FAASS

FAASS is a unique residential family centre providing 12\-week assessment and support placements for parents and their babies, where parenting support needs have been identified by Social Services.

Our service supports families facing a range of challenges. Babies may be considered at risk of trauma, neglect, or abuse, while parents may have experienced difficulties such as learning needs, substance misuse, or domestic instability that may affect their ability to safely care for their child.

Throughout each placement, our experienced team works closely with families, providing practical guidance, parenting support, and basic training to help parents develop the skills and confidence needed to keep their baby safe, nurtured, and thriving.

As part of our specialist assessment service, staff observe and record each family’s progress, working in partnership with Social Services and the Family Court to support positive outcomes for children and families.

Our team is proud of its child\-focused approach, commitment to continuous learning, and reputation for delivering a high\-quality service.

About the Role

We are looking for Sessional Family Support Workers to join our dedicated team, supporting families during both day and waking night shifts.

Shift Patterns:

  • Day Shifts: 12\-hour shifts (09:00 – 21:00\)

  • Night Shifts: 13\-hour waking night shifts (20:30 – 09:30\)
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about supporting vulnerable families and making a genuine difference in children’s lives.

What We’re Looking For

Essential requirements include:

  • Minimum 1 year’s experience in family support, childcare, or a related care setting

  • A strong commitment to safeguarding and protecting children and young people

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • Fluent English language skills

  • A full UK driving licence (required due to our rural location)

  • Right to work in the United Kingdom
Preferred:
  • NVQ qualification in Health \& Social Care, Childcare, or a related field
What We Offer

We value and invest in our staff and offer a supportive working environment alongside a competitive benefits package, including:

  • Casual dress

  • Company pension

  • Health \& wellbeing programme

  • On\-site parking

  • Referral programme

  • Long Service Recognition

  • Cycle to Work Scheme

  • Annual pay increases

  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
Our Commitment

FAASS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and all staff are expected to share this commitment.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and actively encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds to reflect the communities we serve. We are committed to promoting dignity, fairness, and inclusion in the workplace.

As part of our Safer Recruitment process, all appointments are subject to satisfactory pre\-employment checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check with Barred List check.

Pay: £14\.00\-£20\.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

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