Senior Support Worker - Early Help 0-19

Senior Family Support Worker - Targeted Early Help Service

Salary: 44,331.00 (PO2)
Location: London Borough of Barking & Dagenham
Contract Type: Permanent

The Targeted Early Help Service is seeking passionate and experienced Senior Family Support Workers to join our dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in the continued growth and development of our service, ensuring it meets both local and national expectations.

About the Role:
As a Senior Family Support Worker, you will be at the forefront of developing and implementing an integrated model of practice. Working across three localities, you will collaborate closely with partner agencies to provide a seamless Early Help service to families. Your role will involve adopting the 'Team around the Family' approach, ensuring it is reflected in team practices and service delivery.

You will be responsible for:

• Supporting the service in delivering high-quality Early Help interventions.
• Embedding practice standards and ensuring adherence to timeframes.
• Providing leadership and guidance to Family Support Workers.
• Engaging with children aged 0-19 and understanding their diverse needs.
• Promoting co-location and integrated working with partner agencies.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary with ongoing review.
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities.
• A supportive workforce plan.
• Reflective supervision practices to ensure consistent service delivery.
• The chance to lead and implement best practices in Early Help services.

About You: We are looking for candidates with:

• Extensive experience working with children aged 0-19.
• A deep understanding of the needs of families and early intervention strategies.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• The ability to work effectively within an integrated service model.
• A commitment to delivering outstanding practice in Early Help services.

If you are ready to make a significant impact in the lives of children and families and thrive in a collaborative and innovative environment, we would love to hear from you!

Application Process: For further details or to apply, contact Callum Parr at Ackerman Pierce on (phone number removed) or

Closing Date: Immediately

Join us on this journey of transformation and be a part of a team dedicated to making a difference.