Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of families in Tameside?We're looking for someone caring, motivated, and experienced to join our Early Help Service as a Family Support & Change Practitioner. You'll work with pregnant women and their partners to help them make positive changes, reduce risks, and build stronger futures for their children. This role is all about early support, teamwork, and creating lasting impact.
Key Details- Job Title: Family Support & Change Practitioner
- Location: OL7, Tameside
- Contract: 6-month temporary
- Hours: Full-time, on-site (36 hours/week, flexible between 8am-8pm, including weekends)
- Pay: £12.60 per hour
- Requirements: UK driving licence and Enhanced DBS with Children's Barred List
What You'll Do- Support families through early help and pre-birth assessments
- Work closely with midwives, health professionals, and adult services
- Manage a small caseload and build strong relationships with families
- Lead Team Around the Family meetings and coordinate multi-agency plans
- Use tools like Signs of Safety and compassion-focused approaches
- Keep accurate records and share information to improve outcomes
What You'll Need- A Level 3 qualification in social care, early years, youth work, or similar
- Experience working with children and families, including those who may be hard to engage
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Confidence using computers and keeping records
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
- A full UK driving licence and access to a car
If you're passionate about helping families and want to be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team? We'd love to hear from you!