Integrated Children Centre Support Worker
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About the vacancy
Vacancy ID: 3270
Organisation: Carmarthenshire County Council
Number of vacancies: 1
Contract type: Permanent Full Time
Location: Llanelli, Carmarthenshire
Grade: Grade F
If part time and/or term time, the full time salary quoted (based on 37hrs) will be pro‑rated accordingly.
Hourly Rate: £14.82 – £16.90
Contract Hours: 37 Hours
Come and join our team
We are looking for a dedicated and motivated individual who is committed to supporting and enabling babies, children, young people (0‑12 years), and families. If you are driven by making a positive impact and see yourself as an enabling adult, we would welcome your application.
In this role, you will work with families using a strengths‑based, solution‑focused approach to ensure they receive the right help, in the right way, at the right time, through a “no wrong door” approach. The role includes facilitating family learning opportunities through group or one‑to‑one support and key working plans of support through an integrated Early Help Offer.
As part of an Integrated Children’s Centre team, you will deliver inclusive, rights‑led services, engaging with babies, children, young people and families, including those who may be harder to reach. You will support and enable families to build on their strengths, access opportunities and achieve positive outcomes.
Working in partnership across services, including health, education, social care and the third sector, you will facilitate a nurturing and empowering approach, contributing to a whole‑system model of support. You will have a strong commitment to inclusion and equality, supporting babies, children, young people and families with a wide range of needs, including those with Additional Learning Needs and disabilities, ensuring equitable access to services.
Be part of a team committed to supporting babies, children, young people and families to thrive. Applicants should demonstrate the skills, values and commitment required to make a meaningful difference.
Contact for discussion
Estelle Etheridge‑Lawrence, 01554 742203, EEtheridge‑Lawrence@carmarthenshire.gov.uk
An Enhanced with Barred List Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be requested for this job. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children or adults at risk.
Welsh language level required
You will need a basic level of conversational Welsh. Reasonable support can be provided on appointment to reach this level.
Closing Date: 25/06/2026, 23:55
The Rewards
We’re proud to offer a range of benefits to our staff. Please note that the examples shown are just some of what may be available, and eligibility can vary depending on your role or contract type.
- Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Generous annual leave entitlement with the option of purchasing additional annual leave
- Access to staff health and well‑being support
- Personal development and career progression
- Staff discount schemes and other benefits e.g., cycle‑to‑work scheme
- Flexible working and family‑friendly policies
Additional Information
We are committed to safe and fair recruitment, safeguarding, and protecting those we care for and serve. We make sure all our staff are vetted, selected, trained, and supervised fairly and to a high standard so that they can provide safe, effective, and compassionate care.
Legal Obligation
Please note, we have a legal obligation to consider employees for suitable alternative employment if the posts are at risk; prior consideration will be given to existing employees who meet the essential criteria and are registered on our redeployment pool.
Eligibility
You will be asked about your nationality and if you are legally allowed to work in the United Kingdom. This is to find out if you are eligible to apply for this vacancy. If you do not meet the eligibility criteria your application will not progress. If it becomes clear at a later stage in the process that you are not eligible to apply, your application may be withdrawn, or the offer retracted.
How to Apply
All applications for this vacancy must be made using our online application system. If you have an impairment which prevents you from applying online, please email jobs@carmarthenshire.gov.uk or contact 01267 234567 and ask for ‘Recruitment’ to discuss alternative arrangements to support you in the process.
Link to evidence of right to work: https://www.gov.uk/prove-right-to-work
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