Children and Families Community Worker
- 20 hours per week – Monday to Friday between the hours of 8am-6pm (flexible to meet the demand of the job)
- Maternity cover – 12-month contract
- All year round
- £25,000 – £28.200 dependent of experience FTE based on 37.5 hours (pro rata £13,333 – £15,040)
- Location: The Sunshine Centre
The Sunshine Centre is looking for an experienced Children and Families Community Worker to work within the Family Support Team.
We are pleased to announce an opportunity to work with us to provide support and early interventions which promotes and enhances children and their families life chances.
If you are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of individuals, we welcome you to apply for this rewarding position.
We offer free onsite parking, paid DBS check, and company pension
We are looking for someone who has:
- Knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of statutory and voluntary services and experience of liaising with them.
- Experience of working with people in their homes and creating a plan of support.
- A commitment to equal opportunities and an understanding of the impact of deprivation and discrimination on communities, families and individuals.
- Providing practical & emotional support to families
Safeguarding
The Sunshine Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
This role is subject to safer recruitment checks, including satisfactory references, right-to-work checks and an enhanced DBS check
How to apply
For an application pack please call 01295 276769 or email community@sunshinecentre.org
Closing date: Wednesday 29th July 2026
Interview date: Monday 10th August 2026
Start date: Wednesday 7th September 2026