Impactful Family Support Worker | Early Help Service

Lancashire County Council; West Lancashire; 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

Job summary

Lancashire County Council is seeking a Family Support Worker to join the Early Help Service - Education and Children's Services in West Lancashire. The role focuses on direct work with families to improve outcomes and provide tailored support.

You will manage a caseload, deliver evidence-based interventions, and collaborate with schools and partner agencies to co-produce action plans while maintaining robust records and safeguarding practices.

Qualifications

• Experience 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.

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

Experience with families

Assessment planning

Communication

Relationship-building

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Education

Level 3 qualification or substantial experience

Job description

Lancashire County Council is seeking a Family Support Worker to join the Early Help Service - Education and Children's Services in West Lancashire. The role focuses on direct work with families to improve outcomes and provide tailored support.

You will manage a caseload, deliver evidence-based interventions, and collaborate with schools and partner agencies to co-produce action plans while maintaining robust records and safeguarding practices.