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We are seeking a committed individual to join the Family Hubs to provide high quality universal and targeted sessions for families with children of all ages from 0-11 (up to 25 if SEND). To create a warm welcoming and friendly environment that will encourage families to use the Family Hubs and to provide information services in the 0-19 (up to 25 if SEND) wellbeing model. To plan, evaluate and implement services according to the need of the families. To engage parents/carers in their children’s learning and support them to access the whole range of Family Hub services. The post holder will be required to work across all three localities.

Key Experience and Skills

Ability to communicate effectively with both young children and their parents/carers.
Ability to work and liaise with a variety of agencies.
Ability to work with members of the local community.
Ability to plan, deliver and evaluate a range of services for families and their children.
Good organisational skills.
Computer literate.
A valid full UK driving licence and use of a car to travel across the borough.

Qualifications essential to the role

Child Care qualification equal to NVQ Level 3.

DBS Check: Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check with Children's Barred List is required for this post.

Benefits of Working with Us

At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Generous annual leave entitlement
Local Government Pension Scheme
Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)
Ongoing training and professional development
Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
Staff discounts and local offers
A supportive and inclusive working environment

Important Dates

Closing Date (Redeployment Only): 9th July 2026

Closing Date (Internal & External): 19th July 2026

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

Additional Information

If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact:

Trucia Goodman - Children's Centre Manager

Trucia.Goodman@thurrock.gov.uk

To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:

Download Job Profile (PDF Document)

Application Requirements

As part of the Safer Recruitment process, Gap Management from when leaving full-time education is required for all Safeguarding roles. Please complete the Gaps in Employment grid provided (refer to the example document for guidance) and upload it under Miscellaneous Documents as part of your application. Please provide a full history with explanations of any gaps and ensure you also upload a copy of your full CV.

If the Job Profile and Person Specification list any qualifications as essential, please also upload copies of those relevant qualifications.

Gaps in Employment Form

Gaps in Employment Example

About us

Why Thurrock?

Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.

Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead.

This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.

Our location

Thurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000 residents.

We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes.

Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.

Staff benefits

We offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.

Further information can be found here Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Thurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification.

We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do.

For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: Thurrock Council

Salary range

£29,253 - £32,736 per year