Family Hub Family help Outreach worker

Old Moat; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Family Help Worker to join their Early Years Delivery Model team. This role focuses on supporting families with children under 5, delivering vital interventions, and fostering multi-agency collaboration. As part of a time-limited initiative, you will work within the Family Hub network, utilizing a strength-based approach to help families access essential services. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on the developmental outcomes of children and families across Manchester, all while being part of a supportive and inclusive workplace committed to community well-being.

Benefits

Casual Car Allowance

Flexible working arrangements

Guaranteed Interview Scheme for certain groups

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting families and children under 5.
• Ability to work in a multi-agency environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver interventions to families with children under 5.
• Coordinate services through Sure Start Children’s Centres.

Skills

Enthusiasm for improving outcomes

Self-motivation

Collaboration skills

Education

Experience in family support services

Understanding of child development

Job description

About The Role

Number of Vacancies: 1

Working hours: 35 hours per week

Contract type: Full-Time, Temporary (FTC till 31 March 2026)

Additional Payments: Casual Car Allowance

Closing date: 09 May 2025

This role is subject to -

• Car Documentation - This post is a designated Casual Car User. You must hold a full valid driving licence and provide your own car for work. You will receive the Casual Car User Allowance.

• DBS clearance - this post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Appointees will need to apply for an Enhanced DBS check. Information will be handled confidentially and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice. We have a policy on the Employment of Ex-Offenders, available upon request.

The role involves working as part of the Early Years Delivery Model team, supporting multi-agency collaboration and delivering interventions to families with children under 5 requiring support to improve developmental outcomes. Responsibilities include delivering interventions, supporting families, and coordinating services through Sure Start Children’s Centres.

About the Candidate

We seek enthusiastic, self-motivated individuals passionate about improving outcomes for children and families across Manchester. This is a time-limited role until 31st March 2026, as part of the Family Hub programme, specifically a Grade 5, Family Help Worker role. The role involves working within an integrated team across the Family Hub network, understanding wider children and families services, and supporting families to access appropriate services using a strength-based approach.

About Us

Manchester City Council is committed to diversity, creativity, and community well-being. We support our staff with inclusive practices, flexible arrangements, and adjustments to enable everyone to thrive. Join us to support our residents and help build a fairer Manchester.

We value behaviors such as listening, collaboration, valuing diversity, innovation, and pride in Manchester. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and support applications in accessible formats. We also offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for certain groups, including veterans, care leavers, and disabled applicants. Our workplaces are accessible, and we provide necessary adjustments to support employees with disabilities or health conditions.

When you join us, we aim to support your success and provide necessary aids or adaptations. For more information or to apply, please refer to the provided links and contact details.