Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children and families? West Berkshire Council is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Intervention Worker to join our Children and Family Services team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive and collaborative environment, where you can contribute to the delivery of high-quality interventions and support for our local community.
About the Role
As an Intervention Worker, you will report to the Assistant Team Manager and play a crucial role in providing effective interventions to children and families in need. Your key responsibilities will include:
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Delivering timely and appropriate interventions to address the identified needs of children and families.
- Working collaboratively with other professionals to ensure a coordinated approach to support.
- Conducting assessments and reviews to monitor progress and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions.
- Providing advice, guidance, and support to families to promote positive change.
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records in accordance with organisational requirements.
About You
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and attributes:
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Experience working within a similar role, providing interventions to children and families.
- Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and best practices.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
- Strong assessment and analytical skills, with the ability to identify needs and develop appropriate intervention plans.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability.
West Berkshire Council offer excellent employment benefits such as:
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Flexible working wherever possible between the hours of 07.00-21.00
- Hybrid working wherever possible working 40% in the office
- Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities
- Generous Local Government pension scheme
- Family friendly policies
- A range of local discounts
- Wellbeing Programme including Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits
- You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days per annum (plus public holidays) Rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years’ service.
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment
For an informal discussion to learn more about this role, please contact Georgie Hicks on 01635 503190 or email
[email protected]
If you are dedicated to making a difference and are looking for a rewarding role within a supportive organisation, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our Children and Family Services team at West Berkshire Council.
