Early Help Coordinator - Open to Review

South Gloucestershire Council; West of England; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

South Gloucestershire Council is seeking a Social Work Assistant to support disabled children and young people, their families and networks, providing practical help to promote inclusion and independence within the 0-25 Social Care Service.

You will chair review meetings, visit children and families in homes or schools, and work with partner agencies to coordinate tailored support and ensure positive outcomes, including EHCP contributions.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) or currently working towards a relevant qualification for children and young people.
• Experience of working with children, young people and families in a statutory setting.
• Knowledge of childcare legislation, including child protection, regulations and codes of practice.
• Must have or able to obtain a full driving licence and access to a car.

Responsibilities

• Organise and chair review meetings, prepare and share reports, and represent the team at multi-agency meetings.
• Visit children and young people in homes or schools, build positive relationships and understand their lived experiences.
• Work with agencies, providers and families to coordinate appropriate support.
• Review social worker plans to ensure progress and positive outcomes.
• Gather and share information to inform reviews, assessments and plans, keeping the child’s voice central.
• Contribute to Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) with collaborating professionals.

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Job description

How you'll make a difference

As a Social Work Assistant, you will be working directly with disabled children and young people, their families and wider support networks, providing practical support to promote inclusion, independence and positive outcomes.

Working as part of the wider 0-25 Social Care Service within the 0-18 team, you will support children and young people to reach their full potential wile working collaboratively with colleagues, families and partner agencies.

What you will be doing

• It will be your responsibility to organise and chair review meetings, prepare and share reports, and represent the team and the children and families you work with at a range of multi-agency meetings.
• Visiting children and young people in a variety of settings, including their homes and schools, you will build positive relationships and develop a strong understanding of their lived experiences.
• Working closely with agencies, providers and family members, you will help ensure that children and families receive the right level of coordinated support to meet their needs.
• You will review plans created by social workers within the team, making sure they are progressing effectively and achieving positive outcomes for children and families.
• Gathering and sharing information to inform reviews, assessments and plans, you will ensure the voice, views and needs of the child or young person remain at the centre of the decision-making and practice.
• You will contribute towards Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP's), working collaboratively with professionals to support the best possible outcomes for children and young people.

What we need from you

• It is essential that you hold an NVQ Level 3, or equivalent, or be working towards an appropriate qualification related to the provision of services for children and young people.
• You will have experience of working with children, young people and families in a statutory setting.
• We are looking for someone who has experience of risk assessment and risk management, with the ability to identify concerns and take appropriate action.
• You must have experience or knowledge of relevant childcare legislation, including child protection, regulations and codes of practice, processes and procedures.

What you need to know

• This role is for a limited term of 12 months, working 18.5 hours per day, one of which must be a Wednesday for 7.4 hours. The remaining hours worked can be agreed at interview.
• Please note that due to the nature of this role it is a requirement of employment that an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is obtained for this post for both Children and Adults.
• You will be required to travel widely within the authority so you must have a full, valid driving licence and provide a car or have access to an appropriate means of travel.
• Business insurance will need to be added to your current car insurance policy.

Interviews will be held on Monday 28th September 2026

How a career at South Gloucestershire Council is different

• As part of our benefits package, you will receivegenerous annual leave(pro rata), employeewellbeing supportand you will have access to a range ofstaff discounts,including eye tests, travel, shopping and leisure activities.
• We recognise that ourdiverse teamof skilled and dedicated people make us a great place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and ensure that individuals are selected, promoted and developed on the basis of their merits and abilities.
• We invest in the careers of our people, and we are recognised for the quality, breadth and depth of ourtraining and developmentoffer, which helps our people make the greatest long-term difference in their work.
• We arecommitted to safeguardingand promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Ensuring all our staff are given right skills, knowledge and support to recognise and respond effectively to potential abuse or neglect.

Our teams at South Gloucestershire Council are making a real difference to the lives of people who live, work and learn here.

• We're building and shaping communities which people are proud of.
• We’re providing essential services across our communities to ensure they are safe and well maintained.

We've achieved a great deal, but we need talented and dedicated people to ensure we continue to make a difference.

We’re making a difference, be part of it!