Family Engagement Worker

The Job
Childrens Centre Family Engagement Worker (Temporary - 6 months)

You will be joining our Childrens Centre teams playing a vital role in supporting families with children primarily aged 0-5.

As a Family Engagement Worker you will assess family need and develop a family plan to improve outcomes through the delivery of outreach home visits and delivery of evidence-based programmes with a particular focus on the home learning environment parent-infant relationships perinatal mental health and parenting capacity. You may also be required to support the delivery of universal group sessions depending on capacity within the childrens centre.

As a new and developing role you will be asked to input into the development of practice guidance and recording.

There are a total of 6 full-time positions across 6 different childrens centres. To start in October or as soon as possible.

About You
Are you passionate about supporting children and families in your community Join Newhams Childrens Centres where you can contribute to the development of our childrens futures.
As a valued member of the team you will work to deliver high quality care and support. Your responsibilities will include:
Assessing family need and developing jointly-owned family plans
Delivering interventions across a range of community venues including the family home
High-quality and accurate recording of case notes
Understanding and commitment to equality diversity and inclusion principles
Understanding and commitment to safeguarding principles

We are seeking to appoint a Family Engagement Worker that has a Level 3 Diploma (or equivalent) in Childcare Health & Social Care or related field OR significant relevant experience.

You should have:
A good understanding of child development and the Early Years Foundation Stage.
You must have worked with 05-year-olds before (inclusive of children with emerging or additional
needs) and enjoy supporting families to achieve better outcomes
A real commitment to work closely with parents and see them as partners
The motivation to work closely with colleagues to create a positive learning environment
The ability to be reflective in your practice and interested in your professional development
An excellent level of written and spoken English and ability to use ICT
A commitment to safeguarding children and an understanding of why it is important.

What we can offer you
Very welcoming school and staff team.
A school with high aspirations for all our children and families
Opportunities for training to develop your professional skills and experience

Closing date 4th September.
Interviews expected between 9th 18th September.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will undergo an enhanced DBS check.