Job Title: Family Support Worker - Early Help (Knowsley Area)Location: Knowsley, MerseysideSalary: £21 PHContract: Full-time, Temporary (with potential for extension)DBS Requirement: Enhanced DBS

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Family Support Worker to join a dedicated Early Help team supporting families with complex needs in Knowsley. The successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of whole-family interventions in line with the Early Help and Prevention Strategy and the national Supporting Families programme.

You will play a pivotal role in improving outcomes for children, young people and their families, reducing the need for high-cost statutory services through timely, effective support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake Early Help Assessments with families and lead on the development and review of SMART action plans.

• Coordinate and chair Team Around the Family (TAF) meetings.

• Deliver direct work with children and young people, including those with SEND, ensuring the voice of the child is central to all planning.

• Carry out home visits to assess needs, deliver interventions, and provide practical support.

• Maintain timely, accurate and professional records, reports and plans.

• Manage safeguarding concerns in accordance with local procedures and statutory requirements.

• Collaborate with a wide range of professionals and agencies in a multi-agency context.

• Meet service expectations, including timescales, data input and outcome monitoring.

Essential Criteria:

• Proven experience working with children, young people, and families, particularly those with additional or complex needs.

• Strong safeguarding knowledge and practical experience in managing risk.

• Experience supporting children with SEND and their families.

• Skilled in conducting Early Help Assessments and formulating SMART plans.

• Confident in facilitating multi-agency meetings and liaising with professional networks.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work independently, manage a varied caseload and meet deadlines.

This is a highly rewarding role for someone who is passionate about early intervention and making a genuine difference in the lives of families.