Description Job Title: Family Support Worker - Family Help (2 posts) Salary £33,531 - £38,052 per annum Grade: D Contract Type: 12 months fixed term Working Hours: 37 hours per week About the Department The Family First Partnership Programme's Family Help teams provides integrated support to children, young people and their families where additional needs have been identified. The key objective of the service is to offer practical advice, support, and direct case work to families to prevent issues escalating. About the Role The role of the Family Support Worker within Family Help is to work alongside other professionals to offer advice, guidance and support to professionals working with children and their families. They will also undertake an assessment and robust planning via Team Around the Family meetings. The role is pivotal in offering consultation, signposting and allocation of the most appropriate services which will, include multi-agency service provision. We are looking for a Family Support Worker who is experienced and confident enough to work autonomously where required to ensure children and families are appropriately supported. If you are passionate about the outcomes for children, are committed to direct work and want to make a difference in the life of a child we want to hear from you! Benefits of Working with Us At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Generous annual leave entitlement Local Government Pension Scheme Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable) Ongoing training and professional development Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support Staff discounts and local offers A supportive and inclusive working environment Important Dates: Closing Date (Redeployment Only): 7th May 2026 Closing Date (Internal and External): 25th May 2026 Interview Date: TBC If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact: James Bennett - Head of Service jabennet@thurrock.gov.uk Telephone Number : 07592 5149181 To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below: Download Job Profile (PDF Document) “If you encounter an error message when opening the Job Profile link please refresh the error page.” Application Requirements As part of the Safer Recruitment process, Gap Management from when leaving full-time education is required for all Safeguarding roles. Please complete the Gaps in Employment grid provided (refer to the example document for guidance) and upload it under Miscellaneous Documents as part of your application. Please provide a full history with explanations of any gaps and ensure you also upload a copy of your full CV. If the Job Profile and Person Specification list any qualifications as essential, please also upload copies of those relevant qualifications. Gaps in Employment Form Gaps in Employment Example