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Are you passionate about supporting families and making a positive impact in your community? West Berkshire Council is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Family Hub Assistant to join our Family Hubs team and contribute to the delivery of community based early intervention and support services for families at our West Berkshire Family Hubs.
The Role
As a Family Hub Assistant, you will work collaboratively with the Family Hub teams to provide a range of information, advice, and support services to families with children aged 0-19 (up to 25 for those with a special educational need or disability).

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Assisting in the delivery of family hub services, ensuring the needs of families are met
• Providing information and advice to families on a range of issues, including parenting, health, and education
• Supporting the organisation and delivery of activities, sessions and events for families
• Collaborating with external partners and agencies to ensure comprehensive support is provided
• Maintaining accurate records and data, including monitoring and evaluation of services

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and attributes:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with families and stakeholders
• Strong organisational and time management abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple tasks and priorities
• A proactive and solution-focused approach to problem-solving
• Team player who can collaborate effectively with colleagues and external partners
• Understanding of the challenges faced by families and a commitment to supporting their needs

Please note this role is fixed term for one year from start date - Funding limited project

West Berkshire Council offer excellent employment benefits such as:

• Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance
• 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 Sharon Pearce sharon.pearce2@westberks.gov.uk.
If you are passionate about supporting families and making a difference in your community, we invite you to apply for the position of Family Hub Assistant. Join us at West Berkshire Council and contribute to the delivery of valuable services that positively impact the lives of local families.
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• Assisting in the delivery of family hub services, ensuring the needs of families are met
• Providing information and advice to families on a range of issues, including parenting, health, and education
• Supporting the organisation and delivery of activities, sessions and events for families
• Collaborating with external partners and agencies to ensure comprehensive support is provided
• Maintaining accurate records and data, including monitoring and evaluation of service