Parenting Worker

Parenting Worker (Part-Time) – South Family Hub

• Position: Parenting Worker (Part-Time)

• Partner Agency: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency

• Client: Bradford Children and Families Trust

• Salary: Competitive (National Living Wage Employer) + Excellent local benefits package

• Hours: Part-time, 18.5 hours per week

• Location: Office-based at Reevy Hill Family Hub, Bradford (South Family Hub Area)

• Closing Date: Thursday 30th July 2026

• Interviews: Friday 7th August 2026

Introduction

At Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency, we specialize in connecting talented, empathetic professionals with rewarding careers where they can truly empower families. We are proud to partner with Bradford Children and Families Trust to recruit a passionate, part-time Parenting Worker to join their Prevention and Early Help Service.

Operating in the South Family Hub area, you will be part of a team dedicated to offering early support to families across the district. Bradford is a vibrant, culturally rich city, and the Trust is deeply committed to a relational and restorative practice model. If you believe that supporting parents is key to giving children the best possible start in life, we would love to have you on board.

About the Role

As a Parenting Worker, you will deliver a range of evidence-based programmes to groups of parents in diverse settings across the district. Your role is designed to boost parents' confidence, teach positive parenting strategies, and build resilient family units.

Based at the Reevy Hill Family Hub, you will work closely with other local agencies to ensure a seamless, supportive network for families in the community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Programme Delivery: Deliver evidence-based, structured parenting programmes to parent groups in a variety of community settings.

• Family Engagement: Work restoratively with parents to build trust, offering practical advice and supportive guidance in line with child development principles.

• Partnership Working: Coordinate with early help partners, health services, schools, and community groups to ensure comprehensive support for families.

• Safeguarding Support: Actively identify, monitor, and appropriately respond to safeguarding concerns in line with local procedures.

• Organization & Administration: Plan, prepare, and organize group sessions, maintaining clear, professional records and tracking outcomes.

What You Will Need to Succeed

We are looking for an organized, proactive, and positive team player who is highly confident facilitating group sessions and engaging with adults.

• Qualifications:

  • NVQ Level 3 or Diploma Level 3 in Health & Social Care, or an equivalent related qualification.

  • GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent).

• Experience:

  • Recent experience working directly with adults, parents, or children.

  • Proven experience delivering groups or evidence-based family support programmes.

• Skills & Knowledge:

  • Strong knowledge of child development, parenting strategies, and group dynamics.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Evidence of training in, and successfully responding to, safeguarding issues.

• Requirements:

  • A full driving license and daily access to a car.

  • An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

What’s in it for You?

Bradford Children and Families Trust values its people and offers a flexible, supportive working environment with fantastic benefits:

• Generous Annual Leave: 31 days of annual leave, rising to 34 days with continuous service (pro-rata for part-time, plus bank holidays).

• Financial Security: Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme.

• Work-Life Balance: Highly supportive family-friendly policies and enhanced parental leave.

• Health & Wellbeing: Full access to Occupational Health and confidential counselling services.

• Professional Development: Continuous training, development workshops, and clear career progression opportunities.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding

Bradford Children and Families Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All preferred candidates will undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (including the Children’s barred list) and will be required to disclose relevant criminal history prior to interview.