Neighbourhood Group Worker | Early Help Service | Preston & Chorley

Lancashire County Council; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancashire County Council's Early Help Service in Preston and Chorley seeks a Neighbourhood Group Worker to deliver group sessions for children, parents and families. You will develop programmes on health, wellbeing, parenting and relationships and build strong, safe spaces for learning in diverse communities.

The role requires flexible working including evenings and some weekends, with a focus on safeguarding and strong communication and organisational skills.

Qualifications

• Level 2 qualification or substantial experience in a relevant field.
• Strong interpersonal and group work skills.
• Knowledge of issues affecting children and families.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality and health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Deliver group work sessions for children, parents and families.
• Develop and deliver programmes focusing on health, wellbeing, parenting and relationships.
• Build positive, respectful relationships with families and create safe learning spaces.
• Maintain accurate records and uphold safeguarding standards.
• Work flexibly including evenings and occasional weekends as needed.
• Work with Level 2 qualification or substantial experience in a relevant field.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and group work skills.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Group work

Communication

Organisational abilities

Flexibility

Education

Level 2 qualification or substantial experience in a relevant field

Job description

Neighbourhood Group Worker | Early Help Service | Preston & Chorley

Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom and 1 more

Job Description

Salary £25,989 – £28,142, Per annum |29.6 Hours per week | Pro Rata

Neighbourhood Group Worker

Early Help Service – Education and Children’s Services
Location: Preston and Chorley
Salary:£25,989 – £28,142
Grade:5

About Us…

Lancashire County Council is committed to making Lancashire the best place to live, work, visit, and prosper. Our Early Help Service provides vital support to children, young people, and families, helping them to stay safe, healthy, and achieve their full potential. We deliver services that make a real difference in local communities, andwe’relooking for passionate individuals to join us.

About You…

Engaging & Supportive –You’lldeliver group work programmes that empower families and improve outcomes for children.
Creative & Collaborative –You’lldesign and deliver activities that tackle barriers to family progression and build resilience.
Empathetic & Flexible –You’llbring patience, understanding, and adaptability to meet the needs of families in diverse settings.

WhatYou’llDo…

• Deliver group work sessions and drop-in support for children, parents, and families.
• Develop and deliver programmes focused on health, wellbeing, parenting, and relationships.
• Build positive, respectful relationships with families and create safe spaces for learning and growth.
• Maintainaccuraterecords and ensure safeguarding standards are upheld.
• Work flexibly, including evenings and occasional weekends, to meet family needs.
• Level 2 qualification or substantial experience in a relevant field.
• Strong interpersonal and group work skills.
• Knowledge of issues affecting children and families.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality, and health and safety.

Why Join Us…

Inclusivity –We welcome applications from all backgrounds and celebrate diversity.
Benefits –Generous local government pension, flexible working, up to 32 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and access to discounts through our benefits platform.
Development –We’llsupport you with training and opportunities to grow your career.

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013) . If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Further information can be found on the 'Our Recruitment Process' tab.

In return Lancashire County Council offers a range of benefits, which can be found on LCC Vacancies website.

We reserve the right to close down a vacancy early, before the closing date, if we receive sufficient applications.

• Locations County Hall, Preston, PR1 8RE, GB