Early Identification and Intervention Worker

Early Identification and Intervention Worker - Tower Hamlets Careers Skip to main content Saved Jobs Log In Menu Home Directorates Show menu for Directorates Shaping the future of Human Resources and Organisational Development About Us Show menu for About Us Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Working for Tower Hamlets How to apply Tower Hamlets - the place The council Vacancies Contact Us Home Directorates Show menu for Directorates Shaping the future of Human Resources and Organisational Development About Us Show menu for About Us Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Working for Tower Hamlets How to apply Tower Hamlets - the place The council Vacancies Contact Us Early Identification and Intervention Worker Posted on 07/10/2026 Save Job Apply Home Vacancies Early Identification and Intervention Worker External Advertising End Date External Advertising End Date: 01 Nov 2026 Internal Advertising End Date Internal Advertising End Date: 01 Nov 2026 All Locations All Locations: Community All Locations is a required field Contract Type Contract Type Secondment/Fixed term contract Pay, Benefits and Supplements Pay, Benefits and Supplements: £43,659 - £45,696 per annum - Grade H About The Role We are recruiting for an Early Identification and Intervention Worker to join the South East Locality on a fixed term contract/secondment basis for up to ten months. If you are passionate about supporting children and families and dedicated to delivering the best possible service with sustainable outcomes for children and families and bring a wealth of experience, we would love to hear from you. In this role, you will: Actively contribute to the delivery of early identification and early help services for 0-19 (25 with SEND) as part of a borough wide early intervention team providing an enhanced offer for children 0-5; Working primarily in localities offer expertise and deliver services across the borough as required Lead on the planning and delivery of universal and targeted intervention, such as Little Talkers and Invitation to Play, to increase parental awareness and support children’s learning and development and wellbeing. Ensure that support and services offered are accessible and inclusive to children with special education needs or disabilities. At all times, promote and safeguard the welfare of children who live or access services in Tower Hamlets Council and to act at all times in accordance with the Council’s and Service’s policies and procedures About You We are looking for someone who can demonstrate and have a: Level 3 qualification in education, social care, childcare or health services Sound working knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage Guidance Knowledge and understanding of, and some ability in assessment, planning, implementation of service provision and review for vulnerable families with complex needs. Ability to produce evidence based quality assessments leading to targeted intervention plans Experience of working with families with complex needs who typically find it difficult to engage with services Our Benefits Competitive salary.  Grade H - £43,659 - £45,696 per annum Local Government Pension Scheme membership. Generous annual leave: 29 days, rising to 33 with 5+ years’ service, plus bank holidays and 3 additional days at Christmas. Flexible and agile working to support work–life balance. Staff money-saving schemes (e.g., rent deposit loans, season ticket loans). Learning and development opportunities through our Learning Academy , with clear career development and leadership pathways. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date where a sufficient number of high-quality applications is received. To support a fair and manageable selection process, we will ensure a reasonable application window is maintained. We therefore encourage candidates to apply as early as possible. The vacancy will be close