FAMILY LINK SOCIAL WORKER

THE ROLE

We are seeking an experienced, creative, and knowledgeable Social Worker professional to
enhance our pivotal Family Link Team. The Family Link Team act as a link between families and the
wider service provided by Noah’s Ark, assessing their needs and introducing them to appropriate
services. The Family Link team supports families, within a psychosocial framework using social work
models of good practice, during their child’s time with Noah’s Ark and in some cases post bereavement.

ABOUT YOU

You will be a qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England, with experience of
working with children and families with complex needs in a statutory or voluntary setting.
Experience of needs assessment and care planning is essential. You will enjoy working
independently but be capable of effective team working, with experience of inter-professional
working across health, education and social care. You will ideally have some experience of
supervising others, and a qualification in Practice Education of students would be highly beneficial.

You will be familiar the needs of children with disabilities and complex needs, and have an
understanding of the challenges facing families

You will have very strong interpersonal skills, an enthusiastic work attitude and a flexible approach
to the changing work environment. Keen to develop self within role