Job summary
Please note - this post is based in North Lincolnshire

The Family Support Worker will work as part of an integrated team here in North Lincolnshire contributing to family health needs assessment. Working with families, children and young people age 0-19 (25 SEND) years. The post holder will work in partnership with the family and other agencies to develop, implement and evaluate packages of care on an individual basis and with groups.

The Family Support Worker will contribute to the wider public health agenda for Children and Young People through individual, group and community programmes of care.

If you don't already have a Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant subject, RDaSH are offering this post alongside the opportunity for you to complete a Level 3 apprenticeship qualification [relevant to your role].

As an apprentice within RDaSH you will be given the opportunity to gain experience, learn work-related skills and obtain all the tools needed to thrive.

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. Around 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying. This leads to a nationally recognised qualification.

Main duties of the job
The organisation is supportive of training needs and there is an excellent learning and development programme. You will receive regular safeguarding, management and clinical supervision and will have support from the leadership team team.

The Family Support Worker will work as part of an integrated team contributing to the family health needs assessment when working with families, children and young people age 0-19 years and up to 25 for young people with SEND. The post holder will work in partnership with the family and other agencies to develop, implement and evaluate packages of care on an individual basis and with groups.

About us
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

https://workwithrdash.co.uk/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook

Details
Date posted: 24 September 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 3
Salary: £26,299.62 to £27,476 a year
Per Annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number: 376-NLCCGAO-0184
Job locations: Elizabeth Quarter, High Street, Scunthorpe, DN15 6BF, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
Before applying, please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.

****If you are applying for this role via the apprenticeship route, please review the attached eligibility document to ensure you meet the eligibility criteria to undertake an apprenticeship****

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• English and Maths at level 2 or equivalent (GCSE 9-4 or A*- C or functional skills level 2)
• NVQ Level 2 in a related subject
• NVQ level 3 in related subject or willingness to undertake a relevant Level 3 Apprenticeship

Experience
Essential

• Demonstrate a keen interest caring for others

Desirable

• Experience in early years education settings
• Community experience
• Previous experience of working as part of a team
• Previous experience of caring for patients in either a clinical setting or personal experience

Knowledge
Essential

• An understanding of the importance of confidentiality and the ability to deal sensitively with difficult situations

Desirable

• Child Development milestones (physical emotional and social
• Basic awareness of parenting skills and strategies
• Awareness of child and family health promotion
• Knowledge and understanding of Health inequalities
• Knowledge of multi agency working and safeguarding processes

Skills
Essential

• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both face to face and in writing
• Skills to work effectively in teams, groups and independently.
• Able to support and reassure patients / carers in distress
• Basic IT skills
• Ability to work on own initiative within agreed boundaries of work allocation

Desirable

• Play skills to work with individuals, families and communities.
• Community development skills and knowledge.
• Ability to critically reflect on your own experiences to improve and inform professional practice

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details
Employer name: Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT
Address: Elizabeth Quarter, High Street, Scunthorpe, DN15 6BF, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Team Leader
Rebecca Cooling
r.cooling1@nhs.net
07773095101

Supporting documents
Privacy notice
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT's privacy notice (opens in a new tab)

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).