Specialist Support Worker – Family Reunification

This new and exciting opportunity for a Reunification Worker is a fixed-term position for 18 months hosted by YMCA Dulverton Group, in collaboration with Somerset Council, as part of the innovative Staying Close programme.

The purpose of the role is to work intensively with young people, and their families to support a care plan of safe and sustainable reunification for children in local authority care. This role focuses on strengthening family relationships, reducing risks, and enabling children to return home where it is safe and in their best interest.

The Reunification Worker will deliver intensive, evidence-based interventions that promote family resilience, improve parenting capacity, and address issues that led to separation.

The position is based across the western area of Somerset with office based in Bridgwater or Taunton, however the role may require travel outside of these areas based on the needs of the client caseload.

If you embody these qualities, and are ready to embark on a journey of learning and enrichment, we welcome your application.

Interviews for this role will be hosted on the 24^th, 27^th or 28^th November 2025.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our children and young people. We follow a safer recruitment process, all appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and are required to provide two suitable references.

We appreciate your interest in joining our team and exploring opportunities with YMCA Dulverton Group. At YMCA Dulverton Group, we are not just a charity; we are a dynamic and vibrant local community committed to fostering supportive, inclusive, and empowering environments. Our mission is to cultivate communities where young people can authentically belong, actively contribute, and truly thrive.

We deliver life changing services to over 10,000 children, young people and, families across Somerset and Devon every year. We focus on 6 key areas of work, including Support and Advice, Housing, Family and Youth Work, YMCA Gym, Training and Education and Our Hotels.

We regularly adapt our services to help ensure we meet the needs of our community and the strategic priorities of the local authority. We strive to provide a consistent supply of high-quality housing and effective support.

Our employees are on board with our constantly evolving organisation, and are dedicated to changing the lives of those who utilise our services. If the prospect of contributing to youth development, fostering positive community impact, and making a meaningful difference resonates with you, we would like to learn more about how your skills and passion align with our mission, aim and values.

At YMCA Dulverton Group, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your wellbeing, development, and work-life balance, including:

We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We are striving to be a care leaver friendly employer, and because of this, if you wish to disclose that you are care experienced, we guarantee you an interview as long as you meet the minimum requirements for the role. Following this, we also offer constructive feedback on your application process.