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Early Years Support Worker

Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council

Redcar, TS10 1SPView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

£28,153 to £29,071

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Part time

Closing date

28 October 2026

7 days left

Job description

Are you passionate about giving children the best possible start in life?

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Early Years Support Worker to join Redcar & Cleveland Best Start Family Hubs.

As an integral member of our team, you will work with children and families from pregnancy through the early years, delivering high-quality support that helps children thrive, be healthy, happy, valued and ready to learn.

You will play a key role in empowering families, building positive relationships, and working collaboratively with partners to create nurturing environments where every child can reach their full potential.

The role involves delivering both universal and targeted services, including, Evidence based parenting support, child development activities, and Speech and Language programmes.

You will engage with families in a variety of settings, providing practical support and guidance while promoting positive outcomes for children and reducing inequalities.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is committed to supporting children and families, has excellent communication skills, and is passionate about making a difference within their local community.

Together, we can help ensure every child has the opportunity to flourish and succeed.

Substantial experience of working with children aged 0-5 years and families in a variety of settings.
They will hold a minimum of a NVQ Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject to working with children and families.

The authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people and vulnerable adults.

We have a range of posts available (22.5hr, 30hr and 37hr) based our 9 Family Hubs across the borough.

For an informal discussion regarding this post, please contact Ruth Little (Family Hubs and Partnerships Manager) by emailing Ruth.little@redcar-cleveland.gov.uk.

Interviews are scheduled to take place on Thursday 5th November 2026.

We offer a range very attractive Employee Benefits and Rewards including

Generous annual leave of up to 34 days per year
Hybrid Working (where appropriate)
Flexible working hours (where appropriate)
Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
Access to numerous other salary sacrifice schemes
Access to our employee health and wellbeing platform, which includes an exciting range of staff benefits, including, spreading the cost of home and electronics, bike shop, car scheme, gym membership, lifestyle savings
A range of Staff Network groups

For more details: https://www.redcar-cleveland.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/benefits-and-rewards