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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Family Hub Practitioner in the Best Start Family Hubs across South Lakeland. This will include supporting delivery to improve outcomes of parents, carers, children and young people, through the delivery of group and 1-1 sessions.

We are looking an enthusiastic, innovative and self-motivated individual with a high level of expertise and knowledge to deliver a programme of work that will make a demonstrable difference to our Family Hubs.

This post will support our vision for every child and young person in Westmorland and Furness to have the best start in life, to grow, to thrive and to be prepared for a successful adult life.  The post holder will develop and deliver high quality universal and targeted activities and programmes, working with children and their families from pre-birth to 19 (25 SEND) both one to one and in groups, in settings and the family home.

Who we are looking for…

We are looking for individuals with strong people skills, including facilitation and negotiation, and excellent communication skills, both written, face-to-face and over Teams.

We are looking for someone with knowledge and experience working with children, young people and families, as well as working with partners to improve outcomes. You will have experience of working with children and young people with SEND as well as measuring progress to evidence outcomes.

You will need the ability to prioritise and manage work effectively, and be comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.  You will also have experience of collaborating across teams and partners to achieve positive outcomes for families.

What can we offer you!

Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site. Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk)

Would you like to find out more?

For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view the below attachments:

• Post Specification
• Role Profile

If you are interested in this opportunity and would like to have an informal chat to find out more, please contact

Heather Gray, Family Hub Manager

heather.gray@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk - 07887 301369

Company: Westmorland and Furness Council

Salary: £32,061 £32,597

Location: Kendal, Cumbria

Sector: Health and Social Care

Sector: Family Services

Job Role: Officer