Family Support Worker - Flexible, Impactful Early Help

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

Benefits offered by this job

Local government pension

Flexible working

Annual leave 32 days + bank holidays

Job summary

Lancashire County Council is hiring a Family Support Worker for the Early Help Service, covering Preston & Chorley. You will work directly with families to assess needs and deliver tailored, evidence-based support.

The role requires strong safeguarding knowledge, excellent communication, and the ability to collaborate with schools and partners. Flexible working and a commitment to helping children thrive are expected.

Qualifications

• Hold a Level 3 qualification or substantial relevant experience.
• Experience of working directly with children, young people and families.
• Strong assessment, planning and reflective skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.

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.
• Ensure safeguarding, equality and health and safety compliance.
• Collaborate with schools and partner agencies to deliver joined-up support.

Skills

Caseload management

Evidence-based interventions

Communication skills

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Education

Level 3 qualification

Job description

Lancashire County Council is hiring a Family Support Worker for the Early Help Service, covering Preston & Chorley. You will work directly with families to assess needs and deliver tailored, evidence-based support.

The role requires strong safeguarding knowledge, excellent communication, and the ability to collaborate with schools and partners. Flexible working and a commitment to helping children thrive are expected.