Best Start Evidence Based Interventions Practition
Best Start Evidence Based Interventions Practitioner
£39,519 - £40,575 pa inclusive
Grade: 7
About Us
At Ealing Council, we are committed to ensuring every child has the best possible start in life.
As part of our ambitious Best Start in Life Programme, we are investing in evidence-based support that strengthens family relationships, improves children's development and school readiness, and helps reduce inequalities experienced by children and families.
This exciting role will contribute directly to the delivery of Ealing's Family Hub programme and support the implementation of proven interventions that improve outcomes for babies, children and parents. The post is funded through the Department for Education's Best Start in Life programme.
About the Role
The Best Start Evidence Based Interventions Practitioner will deliver high-quality evidence-based programmes and targeted interventions for families with children aged 0–5 years.
You will work directly with parents, carers and children through group programmes, workshops and individual support, helping families build confidence, strengthen relationships and improve outcomes during the critical early years.
Working alongside Family Hub colleagues, health partners, early years providers and community organisations, you will play a key role in ensuring that families can access effective support at the earliest opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver evidence-based parenting and child development programmes.
- Facilitate group-based interventions and workshops.
- Engage families who may face barriers to accessing support.
- Assess needs and identify appropriate intervention pathways.
- Promote school readiness and positive child development.
- Support parents to build confidence and resilience.
- Record outcomes and contribute to programme evaluation.
- Work collaboratively with Family Hubs, health visitors, schools, early years settings and voluntary sector partners.
- Ensure safeguarding responsibilities are fully met.
About You
We are seeking an enthusiastic practitioner who is passionate about early intervention and committed to improving outcomes for children and families.
You will have:
Essential Experience
- Experience working directly with children and families.
- Experience facilitating groups, workshops or structured programmes.
- Experience supporting vulnerable families.
- Experience working within multi-agency environments.
- Experience maintaining accurate records and outcome information.
Essential Knowledge and Skills
- Knowledge of child development principles.
- Understanding of evidence-based approaches to family support.
- Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities.
- Strong communication and facilitation skills.
- Ability to build trusting relationships with parents and carers.
- Ability to motivate and encourage participation.
- Commitment to inclusion, equality and anti-discriminatory practice.
What We Offer
- Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Extensive learning and development opportunities.
- Professional supervision and support.
- Employee wellbeing programmes.
- The opportunity to contribute to a major transformation programme supporting children and families across Ealing.
Additional Information
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
This role is subject to Ealing Council’s enhanced vetting process.
Ealing Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
We welcome applications from all sections of our communities and are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of Ealing.
You must have the right to work in the UK. Evidence for the right to work in the UK will be requested at the interview stage.
It is an exciting time to join us, here at Ealing Council. If you would like to make a positive difference to our residents and borough, then we’re looking forward to hearing from you.
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Ealing Council is committed to creating good jobs and delivering on its connected communities’ agenda. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive.
We therefore welcome applications from all residents of the borough, we particularly welcome applications from candidates who are entering the employment market in the early stages of their career and mid-career professionals, who are currently underrepresented in Ealing’s workforce.
Please note all applications will be determined on merit.
If you require any further information please contact Beth Kelly on bkelly001@ealing.gov.uk
Closing date for applications: 25 November 2026
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Salary range
- £39,519 - £40,575 per year