Lead Group Worker | Early Help | Rossendale

Job Description

| Salary £28,142 - £32,061, Per annum | Permanent,  Full Time,   37 hours per week | Pro Rata

Are you passionate about helping children, young people and families thrive? Ready to step into a leadership role where your work truly matters every single day?

We’re looking for an inspiring Lead Group Worker to join our Children and Family Wellbeing Service in South Ribble, someone who can energise teams, support communities, and deliver impactful group programmes that change lives.

We are we looking for?

Someone who:

• Has experience working with children, young people, or families
• Can lead and motivate a team to achieve real outcomes
• Builds strong, respectful relationships with ease
• Understands the challenges families face today
• Brings creativity, compassion, and resilience to your work

If you’re a natural leader with a passion for early help and community-based support, we want to hear from you.

This is more than a job, it’s an opportunity to lead meaningful change.

You’ll play a vital role in helping families make informed decisions, supporting children to thrive, and creating stronger, more resilient communities.

Who are we looking for someone who is?

• Has experience working with children, young people, or families
• Can lead and motivate a team to achieve real outcomes
• Builds strong, respectful relationships with ease
• Understands the challenges families face today
• Brings creativity, compassion, and resilience to your work

If you’re a natural leader with a passion for early help and community-based support, we want to hear from you.

Why Join Us…

Inclusivity – We welcome applications from all backgrounds and celebrate diversity.
Benefits – Generous local government pension, flexible working, up to 32 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and access to discounts through our benefits platform.
Development – We’ll support you with training, qualifications, and opportunities to grow your career.

How to Apply…

If you’re passionate about supporting families and want to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply now with your CV and a supporting statement explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role.

Lancashire County Council reserves the right to close this vacancy early, so apply today!

In return Lancashire County Council offers a range of benefits, which can be found on LCC Vacancies website.

We reserve the right to close a vacancy early, before the closing date, if we receive sufficient applications.

Once we receive your application, shortlisted candidates will be invited to a brief phone call. This will help us learn more about your experience and suitability for the role and will determine whether you are invited to interview.

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Further information can be found on the 'Our Recruitment Process' tab. 

In return Lancashire County Council offers a range of benefits, which can be found on LCC Vacancies website.

We reserve the right to close down a vacancy early, before the closing date, if we receive sufficient applications.

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