Family Action is a values-led organisation. We work with families, children, young people and adults, some of whom are vulnerable and at risk. All of our staff and volunteers are expected to share our commitment to promote and safeguard their welfare.
Why People Like Working at Family Action“I feel trusted and empowered to use my judgement, skills and experience in my working with clients with the knowledge that I have good supervision, guidance and support. I feel proud to work in such a well respected organisation.”Staff member.
“Volunteering has helped me to build up my confidence, and has enabled me to access training courses. This has opened up a lot of new opportunities for me and I have gone further in my professional development.” Volunteer.
“I am well supported and equipped to offer vulnerable and needy families real support and able to see the benefits of the intervention in families.” Staff member.
“Minimal emphasis on hierarchy and status. Space and freedom to operate.”Staff member.
“I get a huge sense of satisfaction from volunteering in the holiday play groups... they are so important. Plus I enjoy working with the children.”Volunteer.
“I enjoy the opportunity to be creative in delivering services which make a difference, within a warm, non-bureaucratic, non-blaming organisational culture.”Staff member.
“It's good to return the support that I've been given over the years...and I really enjoy doing it.”Volunteer.
“Supervision is regular, supportive and helpful. I am given every opportunity to attend training, workshops and conferences to develop my knowledge and improve my practice.”Staff member.
“I like the fact that I am accepted as an equal member of the team. I am accepted as part of the team effort to support the community.”Volunteer.