Family Hub Connector: Parental Mental Health Support

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council offering family support services is seeking a Family Hub Connector for the Parental Mental Health Service. This full-time role focuses on leading and delivering interventions to support families, particularly focusing on parental mental health. Candidates should have a relevant Level 3 qualification and experience in planning activities for children, safeguarding practices, and supporting parents facing mental health challenges. Join us to help shape brighter futures for families in the Wandsworth borough.

Benefits

40 days annual leave including Bank Holidays

Flexible working

Generous pension plan

Qualifications

• Recognised Level 3 qualification or higher in social work, childcare, education, or a related field.
• Experience in planning and delivering play-based activities for children aged 0–12 years.
• Knowledge and experience of safeguarding practices and risk management.
• Experience in supporting parents with mental health challenges.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver interventions to support families with a focus on parental mental health.
• Provide direct family support and plan play sessions.
• Collaborate with multi-agency partners to ensure holistic support.

Skills

Planning and delivering play-based activities

Knowledge of safeguarding practices

Supporting parents with mental health challenges

Excellent verbal and written communication

Engaging families, including those 'seldom heard'

Casework experience

Group-based interventions

Education

Level 3 qualification or higher in relevant field

Job description

A local council offering family support services is seeking a Family Hub Connector for the Parental Mental Health Service. This full-time role focuses on leading and delivering interventions to support families, particularly focusing on parental mental health. Candidates should have a relevant Level 3 qualification and experience in planning activities for children, safeguarding practices, and supporting parents facing mental health challenges. Join us to help shape brighter futures for families in the Wandsworth borough.