INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY
Location: BarrowContract Type: Permanent
Hours: 37 per hour
Driving licence or ability to travel independently required.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Family Hub Practitioner in the Best Start Family Hubs across Furness. This will include supporting delivery to improve outcomes of parents, carers, children and young people, through the delivery of group and 1-1 sessions.
We are looking an enthusiastic, innovative and self-motivated individual with a high level of expertise and knowledge to deliver a programme of work that will make a demonstrable difference to our Family Hubs.
About the role
This post will support our vision for every child and young person in Westmorland and Furness to have the best start in life, to grow, to thrive and to be prepared for a successful adult life. The post holder will develop and deliver high quality universal and targeted activities and programmes, working with children and their families from pre-birth to 19 (25 SEND) both one to one and in groups, in settings and the family home.
Who we are looking for…
We are looking for individuals with strong people skills, including facilitation and negotiation, and excellent communication skills, both written, face-to-face and over Teams.
We are looking for someone with knowledge and experience working with children, young people and families, as well as working with partners to improve outcomes. You will have experience of working with children and young people with SEND as well as measuring progress to evidence outcomes.
You will need the ability to prioritise and manage work effectively, and be comfortable working both independently and as part of a team. You will also have experience of collaborating across teams and partners to achieve positive outcomes for families.
What can we offer you!
Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site. Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk)
Would you like to find out more?
For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view the below attachments:
If you are interested in this opportunity and would like to have an informal chat to find out more, please contact
Michelle Walker, Family Hub Manager
michelle.walker@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk
07812 972994
Application and Interview information
Closing date: 06/09/2026
Interview date: TBC
We are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Interview details such as venue/timings will be shared with successful candidates, following the shortlisting process. If you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss this with you.
If you experience any technical difficulties applying for this role, please contact the HR Systems Team at HR.Systems@cumbria.gov.uk.
For guidance on the recruitment process, FAQs, and useful tips for completing your application, please visit: Our Approach to Recruitment | Careers
Safer Recruitment & DBS
At Westmorland and Furness Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and we expect all workers, employees and volunteers to share our commitment.
Option 4 - This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and requires an enhanced DBS check with a Children’s Barred List check.
Please note this role involves working in regulated activity with Children. It is an offence for people who are barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with Children.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.
As a Disability Confident Leader, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.
We also offer guaranteed interviews to Armed Forces personnel and veterans and those in care or care experienced and under 24 years old (someone who has been looked after by a local authority at any point, for any length of time, e.g. foster care, residential care, or under the guardianship of a local authority) that meet the essential criteria for the role.
