Family Support Worker — Flexible, Impactful Early Help

West Berkshire Council; Newbury; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Training opportunities

LGPS pension

Family friendly policies

Discounts

Wellbeing programme

Annual leave 28 days + 5 after 5 years

Job summary

West Berkshire Council is seeking a dedicated Family Support Worker to join our Early Help and Family Hub Team in Newbury. You will work with families to deliver early help interventions that improve outcomes for children and families.

The role is full-time (37 hours over 5 days) on a fixed-term basis until 31 March 2029. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong communication, safeguarding knowledge, and ability to work both independently and within a team.

Qualifications

• Experience working with families and children in a support role.
• Knowledge of child development, parenting practices and family challenges.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for diverse settings.
• Strong assessment and observation abilities to identify needs.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with flexibility.
• Awareness of safeguarding procedures and related legislation.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with families to identify needs and provide support.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions to promote positive parenting and relationships.
• Collaborate with professionals and agencies for coordinated support.
• Run groups for children and families (antenatal, Stay and Play, learning groups).
• Participate in team meetings and multi‑agency planning.

Skills

Experience in a similar role

Child development knowledge

Communication and interpersonal skills

Assessment and observation skills

Independent and team working

Safeguarding & legislation knowledge

Job description

West Berkshire Council is seeking a dedicated Family Support Worker to join our Early Help and Family Hub Team in Newbury. You will work with families to deliver early help interventions that improve outcomes for children and families.

The role is full-time (37 hours over 5 days) on a fixed-term basis until 31 March 2029. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong communication, safeguarding knowledge, and ability to work both independently and within a team.