Family Support Specialist – Early Help & Growth

Lancashire County Council; Preston; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local government pension

Flexible working

Up to 32 days annual leave

Discounts platform

Job summary

Lancashire County Council is recruiting a Family Support Worker for the Early Help Service in Education and Children's Services. Location: Hyndburn & Ribble Valley. Salary £28,142 - £32,061 per annum. Grade: 6.

You will manage a caseload, undertake early help assessments, co-produce action plans with families, and work as part of a Team Around the Family to provide seamless support. Flexibility including evenings/weekends is required.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification or substantial experience in a relevant field.
• Experience of working directly with children, young people, and families.
• Strong assessment, planning, and critical reflection skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality, and health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Hold a caseload of families and deliver personalised, evidence-based interventions.
• Undertake early help assessments and co-produce action plans with families.
• Work as part of a Team Around the Family to provide seamless support.
• Maintain accurate records and apply analysis to justify decisions.
• Build strong relationships with families and professionals to ensure positive outcomes.
• Work flexibly, including occasional evenings and weekends, to meet family needs.

Skills

Level 3 qualification

Experience with children & families

Assessment & planning

Communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Job description

Lancashire County Council is recruiting a Family Support Worker for the Early Help Service in Education and Children's Services. Location: Hyndburn & Ribble Valley. Salary £28,142 - £32,061 per annum. Grade: 6.

You will manage a caseload, undertake early help assessments, co-produce action plans with families, and work as part of a Team Around the Family to provide seamless support. Flexibility including evenings/weekends is required.