1 month contract with a Local Authority Job Summary: • We are looking for an experienced Senior Parent Support Advisor to work within a fast-paced early help service, offering tailored support to children, young people, and families facing complex challenges. • The successful candidate will undertake holistic assessments, coordinate multi-agency support packages, deliver accredited parenting programmes, and take a lead role in improving family outcomes — particularly in relation to school attendance, engagement, and behavioural change. • This role is ideal for someone passionate about early intervention, family support, and building resilience within communities. Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample): • Hold and manage a caseload of complex family support cases, acting as Lead Professional where necessary • Complete Early Help Assessments and utilise tools such as Signs of Safety and Family Star • Deliver evidence-based parenting programmes to families and individuals • Co-ordinate Team Around the Family (TAF) meetings and action plans • Support families who fall below statutory thresholds, acting as a first line of support • Work flexibly with families, including some early mornings, evenings, or weekend sessions • Collaborate with schools, social workers, health services, and voluntary organisations • Maintain accurate records and case notes using electronic case management systems • Take part in duty rota systems, providing advice and triaging referrals • Promote safeguarding and ensure timely escalation of concerns in line with statutory procedures Skills/Experience: • At least 2 years' experience working directly with children, young people and families in a community or home-based setting • Strong knowledge of early help frameworks, family assessments, and multi-agency working • Proven ability to manage complex needs within families, including those at risk of poor educational outcomes or exclusion • Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills • Experience in supporting parents using structured tools or behaviour change strategies • Ability to plan, prioritise and record work to high standards using MS Office and case management systems • A clear understanding of safeguarding policies, thresholds, and referral processes • Experience delivering or facilitating accredited parenting programmes • Involvement in multi-agency panels, safeguarding meetings or formal case reviews • NVQ Level 3 (or above) or equivalent qualification in a relevant area Additional Information: • The closing date: 03/09/2025 @00:00.