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Brent Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Early Help Team Leader to lead a team of Family Support Workers in delivering high-quality early intervention services. This is a key leadership role focused on improving outcomes for children, young people, and families by preventing escalation to statutory services. You will play a central role in coordinating multi-agency support and driving forward the objectives of the Supporting Families Programme, ensuring families experiencing multiple disadvantages receive timely and effective interventions.
Job Responsibility:
Lead and manage a team of Family Support Workers (or equivalent), ensuring high standards of practice and positive outcomes for children and families
Work collaboratively with internal departments, schools, police, health services, and voluntary/statutory agencies to deliver coordinated support
Drive partnership working across the council and external organisations to support families with complex needs
Contribute to and implement service aims aligned with MHCLG (Supporting Families Programme) and Brent Children’s Trust priorities
Support senior management in continuous service improvement, efficiency, and delivery against key performance objectives
Monitor and maintain the quality and professionalism of service delivery across the team
Analyse and assess family needs, identify trends, and develop innovative approaches to early intervention
Contribute to service planning in line with wider council strategy and departmental goals
Requirements:
Level 4 qualification (or equivalent) in a relevant field such as Social Care, Education, Early Years, or Health
Demonstrable experience managing or supervising staff within early help, family support, or children’s services
Strong understanding of early intervention, safeguarding, and multi-agency working
Experience working with families facing multiple disadvantages (Supporting Families Programme desirable)
Evidence of significant and ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
What we offer:
Opportunity to lead impactful early help services within a well-regarded London borough
Competitive hourly rates with flexible payment options
Collaborative and supportive working environment with strong partnership networks
Chance to make a real difference in the lives of children and families