Neighbourhood Group Worker BSIL | Early Help | Lancaster

Lancashire County Council; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancashire County Council is seeking an Outreach Worker for the Best Start in Life Programme. You will deliver group sessions and drop‑in support to children, parents and carers, working across Family Hubs and mobile outreach services to bring services to communities.

You will help design family‑centred programmes that boost early learning, health and wellbeing, while building strong relationships and supporting families to gain confidence and independence.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering or supporting group activities, workshops, or community programmes.
• Ability to quickly build trust and positive relationships with diverse people.
• Organised, proactive and adaptable with a collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging group sessions, activities and drop-in support for children, parents and carers.
• Work across Family Hubs, local community venues and mobile outreach services.
• Help design and deliver family-centred programmes promoting early learning, health, wellbeing and development.
• Build positive relationships with families to encourage confidence, resilience and independence.
• Collaborate with colleagues, partners and local organisations to provide effective early help.
• Identify community needs and help shape services in response to local priorities.

Skills

Group activities

Community engagement

Relationship building

Organised

Proactive

Teamwork

Adaptable

Empathy

Job description

Job Description

Salary £25,989 - £28,142 Per annum (Pro Rata) | Fixed Term 31/3/2029 | Full Time & Part Time

International Sponsorship: This role is not open to international sponsorship.

Outreach Worker - Best Start in Life Programme

37 hours (full time) and 29.6 hours (part time)

Please note: The salary stated is the full-time equivalent. Part-time salaries will be paid on a pro-rata basis.

Make a Difference Where It Matters Most

Are you passionate about supporting children, families, and communities? Do you enjoy working directly with people and helping them achieve positive outcomes?

If so, we'd love to hear from you.

We're looking for enthusiastic and committed Outreach Workers to join Lancashire County Council's Best Start in Life Programme. This rewarding role puts you at the heart of local communities, helping families access the support they need to give their children the best possible start.

No two days are the same. You'll work across Family Hubs, community venues, and outreach settings, bringing services directly to families and helping create stronger, healthier communities.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Deliver engaging group sessions, activities, and drop-in support for children, parents, and carers.
• Work across Family Hubs, local community venues, and mobile outreach services.
• Help design and deliver innovative, family-centred programmes that promote early learning, health, wellbeing, and development.
• Build positive relationships with families, encouraging confidence, resilience, and independence.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, partners, and local organisations to provide effective early help and support.
• Identify community needs and help shape services that respond to local priorities.

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Has a genuine passion for supporting children, families, and local communities.
• Can quickly build trust and positive relationships with a wide range of people.
• Has experience delivering or supporting group activities, workshops, or community programmes.
• Is organised, proactive, and adaptable.
• Enjoys working as part of a supportive, community-focused team.

You’ll Really Stand Out If You:

• Bring enthusiasm, creativity, and fresh ideas to your work
• Are confident working with diverse communities and backgrounds
• Demonstrate empathy, patience, and resilience in challenging situations
• Are motivated by making a genuine difference every day

What We Offer

In return, Lancashire County Council offers a competitive benefits package and a supportive working environment where you can develop your skills and make a lasting impact on local families and communities.

For details of our employee benefits, please visit the LCC Vacancies website.

This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended). Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date if sufficient applications are received.

Join Us

If you're passionate about helping children and families thrive and want to be part of a programme that makes a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.