Hours: Part Time, 18.5 hours
The working pattern of this role is Wednesday A.M, Thursday and Friday (All day)
Salary: £48,710 - £52,805 pro rata.
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families? Do you have the leadership skills to drive community-based services and shape the future of early help and family support in Rochdale?
We’re looking for a dynamic and experienced Children & Families Neighbourhood Lead to join our Early Help & Early Years team. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead the delivery of integrated services across a defined neighbourhood, working closely with partners to support children and families from birth to 19 years.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Leading the strategic and operational delivery of early help and early years services in your neighbourhood.
- Managing a team of managers and staff, ensuring high-quality, inclusive, and responsive services.
- Overseeing the implementation of Family Hubs, family and parenting support.
- Driving quality assurance, performance monitoring, and service development.
- Collaborating with multi-agency partners and community stakeholders to co-design and evaluate services.
What We’re Looking For:
- A relevant qualification (minimum NVQ Level 4) in Early Years, Health, Social Care, Teaching, or Leadership.
- At least 3 years’ experience in managing teams delivering services to children and families.
- Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.
- A commitment to safeguarding, equality, and continuous improvement.
- Flexibility to work across venues and outside normal hours when required.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of family support in Rochdale.
- Work in a values-driven organisation that celebrates diversity and community impact.
- Enjoy flexible working, professional development, and a supportive leadership team.
To apply for this job role please complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential requirements of the person specification attached below.
Please include reference to your qualifications that are specified on the person specification within your application.
The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects staff to share this commitment.
Appointment to this post is subject to DBS screening.
Closing date: 10th August 2025
Interviews will be held: 19th & 20th August 2025
If you are interested in what we are offering and have the skills we are looking for we want to hear from you. If you would like to discuss the post further, please contact Cheryl boardman, Strategic Lead Early Help & relational Practice 01706 927412, Cheryl.boardman@rochdale.gov.uk
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship at this time.