Family Worker - Kinship Care Team

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Family Worker - Kinship Care Team

Sector: Residential / Family Support
Specialism: Family Worker
Location: Surrey, UK
Salary: £26,500 per annum
Working Pattern: Full Time (35 hours) or Part Time (minimum 28 hours, pro rata)
Contract Type: Permanent

About the role

We are delighted to offer an opportunity for a Family Worker to join an established and highly respected organisation specialising in kinship care. This role sits within a supportive and forward-thinking Residential Seniority team, dedicated to ensuring kinship carers and the children they support are recognised, valued, and empowered to thrive.

Based in Surrey, this role offers flexible working arrangements and the chance to be part of a passionate, values-driven organisation that is actively shaping positive change for kinship families. You will play a key role in delivering practical, emotional, and developmental support to carers and children, helping families build stability and resilience.

Perks and benefits

• Flexible working hours: Full-time or part-time options available (minimum 28 hours per week, pro rata).

• Competitive annual salary: £26,500 per annum.

• Generous leave entitlement: 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

• Career development: Ongoing training, learning opportunities, and professional growth.

• Supportive team culture: Work within a collaborative, mission-led environment focused on meaningful impact.

• Purpose-driven work: Be part of an organisation committed to improving outcomes for kinship families.

What you will do

• Provide intensive one-to-one support to kinship carers through the Kinship Connected delivery model for up to six months.

• Facilitate support groups, both face-to-face and virtually, creating safe and inclusive spaces for carers.

• Liaise with local authorities, schools, and partner organisations to arrange specialist support and training.

• Coordinate and deliver the Ready Programme, supporting carers to attend workshops and access relevant services.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues and external partners to champion the or