Family Support Worker- Children with Disabilities Service

Be the difference in a child’s everyday life.

We’re looking for compassionate, committed and child-focused Family Support Workers to join our Children with Disabilities Service.

This is a role for people who want to do meaningful, hands-on work, building relationships, supporting families through challenges, and helping children with disabilities live fuller, more independent lives.

If you are someone who sees the child first, not the diagnosis, and believes every child deserves the chance to thrive, we want to hear from you.

Cheshire West and Chester Council is a place where everyone can Thrive – through our core values of Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Value for Money and Empowerment.

About the Role

As a Family Support Worker, you will work directly with children and young people with a wide range of additional needs, alongside their families, to deliver practical, tailored support that makes a real difference.

You will:

• Build strong, trusting relationships with children, young people and their families

• Deliver direct, person-centred support that promotes independence and confidence

• Ensure the child’s voice and lived experience remain at the heart of all work

• Support families to overcome barriers and access the help they need

• Work as part of a wider team to deliver evidence-based interventions

• Help children develop social skills, resilience and daily living skills

• Work closely with partners across health, education and community services to improve outcomes

• Support carers and families to find sustainable ways of coping, including opportunities for short breaks

This is a relational, hands-on role where you’ll see the impact of your work every day – in small steps, big achievements, and meaningful moments.

Who We’re Looking For

You’ll be someone who:

• Has experience working with children, young people or families (experience of disability is valuable but not essential)

• Is passionate about supporting children with additional needs to thrive

• Can build genuine, trusting relationships with children and families

• Is patient, empathetic and able to adapt to each child’s individual needs

• Works well as part of a team and alongside partner agencies

• Is organised, reliable and able to manage a varied workload 

Most importantly:
We’re looking for people who truly care, people who are kind, curious, and motivated to make a difference in the lives of children with disabilities and their families. 

Why Work With Us?

We know the difference our Family Support Workers make – and we’re committed to supporting you to do your best work.

You’ll benefit from:

• A supportive team environment where relationships matter

• Opportunities to learn, develop and grow your skills

• A strong focus on reflective practice and continuous development

• Flexible working arrangements that support work-life balance

• Generous annual leave and local government pension

• Staff benefits including discounts, wellbeing support and family-friendly policies

• Above all, you’ll be part of a service that values its staff and is ambitious for children. 

Why This Work Matters

Children with disabilities and their families often face additional challenges in day-to-day life and when accessing support.

In this role, you will help ensure that:

• Children are supported to be themselves and achieve their potential

• Families feel understood, supported and empowered

• Barriers are reduced and opportunities are created

This is a role where the work you do genuinely changes lives sometimes in small ways, sometimes in life-changing ways, but always in ways that matter. 

Interested?

If you’re looking for a role where you can make a real difference every day, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and be part of a team that puts children, families and relationships first.

For an informal conversation contact Senior Family Support Worker Catherine Banham

View email address on jobs.cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk

Please note that this job is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk and children.  It’s a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in Regulated Activity (under the Safeguarding and Vulnerable Groups Act 2006) to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with that particular group (i.e. adults at risk, children, or both).

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Candidates may use AI tools to support proofreading, editing and presentation. However, all application materials should represent the candidate's own experience, perspectives and thinking. We are seeking original and authentic responses, and applicants should ensure that any submission reflects their own analysis, judgement and vision for the role.  No candidate will meet every single requirement - if your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you!  

Cheshire West and Chester Council are committed to equality and diversity in employment.  Please see the  Equality Policy for more information.

Cheshire West and Chester Council have adopted a Local Living Wage for our employees which means that all employees will receive a minimum of £13.45 per hour for all contracted hours.

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