Full Time 37 hours per week

Location: Newton Abbot

Help us give every child the Best Start in Life and shape the future of family hubs in South and West Devon!

We’re on an exciting journey to transform how families, children, and young people (0–19, and up to 25 for those with SEND) access help—making it simpler, more joined-up, and rooted in their communities.

Through our Devon Family Hubs, we’re bringing together services within the Families First Programme to deliver integrated support that focuses on prevention and early help. Our aim is to ensure families can easily access the right help at the right time, giving children the Best Start in Life.

We’re now looking for a passionate Family Hub Support Worker to join our vibrant team in South and West Devon. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in local communities and help shape this innovative approach to working with families.

What you’ll do:

• Work directly with families to provide practical and emotional support.
• Help families navigate services and access the right help when they need it.
• Build strong relationships with local partners to deliver joined-up, community-based support.
• Contribute to early intervention strategies that change lives for the better.

What we’re looking for:

• A genuine passion for working with families and improving outcomes for children and young people.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-agency environment.

Why join us?

• Be part of a forward-thinking programme that’s transforming family support in Devon.
• Work in a supportive team environment with opportunities for development.
• Make a tangible difference in the lives of families and communities.

Apply now and help us give every child the Best Start in Life!

For an informal discussion please contact Kate Freeman [email protected]

How to apply
Please ensure when completing your application form that you provide a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the essential and desirable criteria as described in the person specification of the job description. Applications may not be taken forwards if the supporting statement is not adequately completed.

Internal Applicants, please note: If you are an existing DCC employee, please use your iTrent Employee Self Service (ESS) details to log in and apply.

• DCC embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an environment that is inclusive and safe. We welcome applications from people who share our commitment to stop discrimination, challenge inequality and promote diversity across Devon. More information can be found on our Equality and Diversity webpages.
• Happy to Talk Flexible Working – The Council offers flexible working arrangements in terms of when and where people work e.g. hybrid working, part-time, condensed hours etc.
• We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
• This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
• Personal data we collect from you will be processed in accordance with the Applicant privacy notice.
• For more information about Working for Devon please visit our Working for Devon page.
• We cannot consider visa sponsorship at this time. UK Right to Work is required. For further guidance on right to work in the UK, please visit: Work in the UK – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).
• This role requires a DBS disclosure.