Engagement Worker – Early Intervention and Prevention

Who we are

Positive Steps is a unique organisation and have been changing the lives of people in Greater Manchester since 1977. Our current offer involves supporting those in Education, Criminal justice, Family and Community and Safeguarding settings. We are at an exciting point in our development with a focus on growing our impact while reaching excellence in all our work. 

I wouldn’t know where I would be without positive steps, they have massively changed my life.“

Young Person

Without Positive Steps she would not have been given the chance.“

Parent

A fantastic place, fantastic people, friendly & hard working.“

Adult service user 

The Role

We’re looking for a passionate and confident keyworker to support families, adults, and households in making positive, lasting changes. You’ll lead Early Help assessments and work closely with clients to help them build the skills needed to manage challenges such as mental health, housing, finances, relationships, and parenting.

This hybrid role involves working from our central Oldham office, in homes, and in the community. You’ll need experience managing a caseload and using digital recording systems. In return, you’ll benefit from excellent training, strong partnerships, and supportive management.

If you’re committed to making a real difference and can connect with people of all ages, we’d love to hear from you.

If you are interested, please read the full job description and submit your application. For further information please contact Rachel Lord via email to rachellord@positive-steps.org.uk

Positive Steps is an equal opportunities organisation and applications are welcome from all sections of the community.  

Please note that we do not hold a sponsor licence and we do not intend to offer sponsorship for this particular role. You should therefore ensure that you have/will have the right to work in the UK to be able to undertake this role. If appointed, you will be required to provide relevant right to work documents at the point of an offer being made to you. This role is subject to a Standard DBS check.