Senior Family Help Worker

Job Introduction

Job Title: Senior Family Help Workers

Working Pattern: Full time

Salary: £39,152 to £42,839

Location: Lincolnshire, various Family Help Team bases

Closing Date: 24th April 2026

Interviews: 6th & 7th May in Lincoln.  Please be available for these dates.

Are you passionate about empowering children and families to reach their full potential? Do you have the ability to inspire, lead, and motivate others?

Family Help Teams across the county are looking to recruit full‑time, permanent, committed, and compassionate Senior Family Help Workers. In these key roles, you will provide leadership and support to frontline Family Help Workers as they deliver vital services to children and families.

We currently have the following posts available:  All Full Time only.

1 permanent North Kesteven - based in Birchwood.

1 Fixed Term contract/secondment 12 months mat leave cover - NK based at Birchwood.

2 permanent Lincoln & West Lindsey - based in St Giles and Gainsborough

1 Fixed Term contract/secondment 12 months from July 26 to cover Mat leave - based in Boston

1 Fixed Term contract/secondment 12 months to cover mat leave - East Lindsey based in Louth/Horncastle.

Due to recent changes in immigration law in the UK we are unable to offer skilled worker visa sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the requirements of RQF Level 6.

Applicants with the relevant qualifications should be genuinely committed to delivering effective services and achieving positive outcomes for children and young people. They must demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills, along with the confidence to work collaboratively with partner agencies to manage risk and support vulnerable individuals.

About the role

As a Senior Family Help Worker, you will provide leadership and guidance to Family Help Workers in their day‑to‑day practice, ensuring timely, high‑quality, evidence‑based interventions that build resilience and prevent needs from escalating. You will offer regular supervision, mentoring, and opportunities for professional development, while working closely with social work teams, schools, health services, and community partners to deliver a coordinated and effective approach to supporting families.

We are looking for someone with strong leadership skills, a solid understanding of early intervention, and a genuine passion for empowering both families and colleagues—someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, people‑focused environment.

What We're Looking For;

• A professional qualification in youth work (JNC Recognised) or Social Work
• Diploma/ Qualification in Careers Guidance or Level 4 in Guidance
• Diploma or equivalent level 4 qualification in relevant subject for working with children, young people and families
• Two years post-qualification experience
• An understanding of the importance of good people management, as well as experience supporting, guiding and mentoring others
• Knowledge/ understanding of child development, adolescent risk-taking behaviour and trauma-informed approaches
• Collaborative, committed, and motivated, you are a leader who values and enjoys working with people from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. 

The post holder will need to travel and work flexibly to meet the demands of the role. They will demonstrate a strong commitment to their own ongoing professional development and actively contribute to wider practice improvement. As part of a supportive and dedicated team, they will help deliver services that make a meaningful and positive difference for children and families.

There is an expectation that you will work from offices and be accessible to support staff. Some home working may be available, depending on service needs and location.

Our offer

Pay £39,152 - £42,839, along with a competitive salary: 

• A Contributory pension.
• Comprehensive benefits package including excellent discount schemes and cycle to work.
• Flexible working policies.
• A generous annual leave entitlement plus the option to buy more

Further details can be found in our  rewards and benefits area of the website.

If you would like to have a discussion to find out more before applying then please contact; earlyhelprecruitment@lincolnshire.gov.uk

Interviews are scheduled for 7th and 8th May, and candidates will need to be available on these dates to support service requirements and recruitment timescales.

Due to the expected high volume of applicants individual feedback will not be provided for applicants who are not invited for an interview.

 PLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that your personal statement clearly states why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description (attached on LCC jobs Site) and what you feel you can bring to this role, the team and the wider County Council.

 Please refer to our Job Information Pack here to support you in your application.

Please be advised that this position may be subject toa criminal record check.

Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

 On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward. Please also note: once an application is submitted it is final and cannot be amended. If you withdraw your application, it cannot be reinstated and you will not be able to submit another application for that vacancy. If you have an issue with your submitted application, please contact recruitment@lincolnshire.gov.uk.

We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3months for equal positions.

Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

A Smarter Working Employer

We have embraced new ways of working and hybrid working will continue to be a feature of this role. However, as a management position in children's services, there is an essential requirement for regular office-based working to enable effective leadership, team oversight, partnership working, and service delivery.

Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We require that you have in place good connectivity, and we will discuss during the recruitment process if support with this is needed.

Fluency Duty

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post

Our values – collaborative, adaptable, eco-conscious, supportive, and responsible – guide everything we do. We’re looking for candidates who share these values and bring them to life in their work, helping us build strong teams and make a real difference in the communities we serve.