Family Support Worker - Flexible Hours & Training Benefits

West Berkshire Council; Newbury; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working wherever possible

Training and development opportunities

Local Government pension scheme

Family friendly policies

Local discounts

Wellbeing Programme

Generous annual leave starting at 28+5

Job summary

West Berkshire Council in Newbury is seeking a dedicated Family Support Worker to join our Early Help and Family Hub Team, providing essential support to families and children in the local area. You will deliver evidence-based early interventions, promote positive parenting, and work with other professionals to coordinate services.

This fixed-term role (37 hours over 5 days) supports families through assessments, group activities, and tailored plans, with safeguarding at the heart of our

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role providing support to families and children.
• Sound knowledge of child development, parenting practices, and family challenges.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with families and professionals.
• Strong assessment and observation skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team, with flexibility.
• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and related legislation.

Responsibilities

• Working directly with families to identify needs and provide support.
• Delivering evidence-based interventions to promote positive parenting and behaviour change.
• Collaborating with professionals and agencies for coordinated family support.
• Running groups for children and families (antenatal, Stay and Play, family learning).
• Participating in team meetings and multi-agency planning.

Skills

Family support

Child development

Communication

Assessment

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Job description

West Berkshire Council in Newbury is seeking a dedicated Family Support Worker to join our Early Help and Family Hub Team, providing essential support to families and children in the local area. You will deliver evidence-based early interventions, promote positive parenting, and work with other professionals to coordinate services.

This fixed-term role (37 hours over 5 days) supports families through assessments, group activities, and tailored plans, with safeguarding at the heart of our