We have an exciting opportunity to join our Targeted Early Help Locality Team as we are recruiting for a full-time Early Help Practitioner.
If you are looking for an energetic and dynamic working environment that supports a wide range of professionals to deliver high-quality services to children, young people, and families in Bury, then we would welcome your application.
What it's like working in our team
We are a dedicated and fast-paced team working across locality areas. We collaborate closely with schools, Children's Social Care, Health Services, and the Third Sector to contribute to the best possible outcomes for children, young people, and their families. Your contribution will have a significant impact, and you will be trusted to work independently and as part of a team. The work is varied, fast-paced, and sometimes challenging, offering opportunities to develop creative, strength-based, and innovative solutions.
We seek enthusiastic and proactive candidates with experience working with children (0-19 years) and families needing support across various areas. You should demonstrate a patient, engaging approach and a desire to empower families to make positive changes, encouraging them to reach their full potential through multi-agency collaboration to ensure the right services are delivered at the right time.
The role involves:
* Working directly with children and families
* Completing Early Help Assessments
* Formulating support plans
* Collaborating with multi-agency partners
* Leading multi-agency Team Around the Family meetings and reviews
* Providing direct intervention with children and families
Normal working hours are 37 hours per week, typically between 8:45 and 17:00. Flexibility outside these hours may be required to meet family needs.
About Bury
The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff are expected to share this commitment. Appointment may be subject to a satisfactory disclosure under the Disclosure and Barring Service. Please ensure your application/CV covers your full employment history, including reasons for any gaps. References will be requested for the past ten years; character references are not accepted.
As a Corporate Parent, consider our care-experienced young people, promote their life chances, empower them to influence policies and decisions affecting them, champion their rights, and support their growth and development.
Benefits of working for Bury Council
For more information on the benefits of working with Bury Council, please visit A good employer | greater jobs. We support flexible working where appropriate. We are committed to an inclusive society that values diversity and guarantees interviews for disabled candidates, care leavers, armed forces personnel, and carers who meet the essential criteria.
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