Community Development Worker na Action for Children

Role: Community Development Worker 

Location: Worcester

Salary: £24309.07 per annum 

Contract/Hours: Fixed Term Contract 18 months until 31st March 2027 - 37 hours a week. 

Benefits: 

Vulnerable children in the UK need your help   

Wherever you work in the Action for Children family, you'll be helping to change the lives of the most vulnerable children in the UK.   

Last year, we helped more than 688,000 children and families across the UK. From direct work in communities to national campaigning, we are focused on making sure every child has a safe and happy childhood, and the foundations they need to thrive.   

Why Action for Children?   

Working here is more than a job. Everyone in the Action for Children family is passionate about protecting and supporting children. It's the sense of purpose that drives us every single day. Because we know that, when we work together, we can make a huge difference to bring lasting improvements to vulnerable children's lives.   

Our Family Hubs are vibrant, inclusive spaces offering vital early support to children, young people (0–19), and their families. We work in close partnership with health visitors, midwives, speech and language therapists, schools, and a wide range of community organisations to ensure every child has the best possible start in life. 

We’re looking for a passionate and proactive Community Development Worker to help us deliver high-quality care, activities, and support across Worcestershire. You’ll be based at the WANDS Family Hub, with outreach work across South Worcestershire. 

About the Role 

As a Community Development Worker, you will:

• Undertake home visits, Family Hub meetings, and multi-agency sessions

   

• Build strong relationships with families and professionals, encouraging active participation

   

• Provide 1:1 and group-based interventions tailored to individual needs

   

• Safeguard children and escalate concerns appropriately

   

• Organise and plan daily work objectives, including administrative tasks and report writing

   

• Guide and support less experienced staff and volunteers

What We’re Looking For

• Confidence in working independently across rural areas, a car and full driving licence are essential

• Strong networking skills with the ability to build links with community partners

• Experience organising community events and delivering sessions in outreach locations

• Ability to attend, organise, and chair multi-agency meetings

• Willingness to deliver antenatal parenting sessions (training provided)

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and families. If you’re passionate about community development and early support, we’d love to hear from you.