Family Assessment Support Worker in Littlehampton inLittlehampton PUBLISHED THU 6 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section

Support parents and their children at a six‑bed residential Family Assessment Centre in Littlehampton, West Sussex, as a Family Assessment Support Worker for National Fostering Group. This is a permanent, full‑time, on‑site role (1 on / 2 off rota; 15‑hour shifts 07:30–22:30) paying up to £26,208 per year. You will deliver therapeutically‑led parenting capacity assessments and provide 1:1 key‑worker support, offering practical advice on baby care, structure and routine, and using goal‑based planning and systemic thinking to help families thrive. The job involves working closely with a multi‑disciplinary team, facilitating group learning and social activities, keeping a vigilant focus on health and safety, taking part in supervisions and team meetings, and maintaining confidential, culturally sensitive practice; successful applicants will require an enhanced DBS check.

This opportunity will suit compassionate carers, experienced support workers or parents who want meaningful, hands‑on work that builds confidence and independence in families. You’ll benefit from funded qualifications, 5.6 weeks’ annual leave (with options to buy more), life assurance, pension contributions, extensive mental‑health and wellbeing support, and access to the Vista flexible benefits platform with discounts, health and insurance options, Cycle to Work and more. The centre offers homely, ensuite accommodation for families and easy access to local parks, the beach and town for community‑based work and outings. Find the full vacancy on jobsincare.com and click the "Apply Now" button to submit your application before the closing date of 21 November 2025.