Family Engagement Coordinator – Glasgow North

Would you like to join a vibrant, exciting team working alongside families and volunteers in North Glasgow?Home-Start Glasgow North and North Lanarkshire is a charity making a big impact on families with young children (under 5) in the local area. We are now excited to welcome a new, confident, passionate, and enthusiastic Family Engagement Coordinator to our team who will support the expansion, promotion and delivery of group work in North Glasgow.Day-to-day the Family Engagement Coordinator will be welcoming families into a warm and inclusive space, helping to build strong relationships and attachments through tailored play activities. They will nurture children’s growth and development, offer empathetic support, provide practical help, and guide families to local services when needed. Working across various venues in North Glasgow, they will create a safe, supportive environment where families feel valued and connected.The role is initially funded for one year with the possibility of extended funding.Do you have what we are looking for?Friendly personality and passionate about working with children and families.Experience of planning and delivering engaging group activities for families with young children under 5 tailored to support bonding, attachment and perinatal and infant mental health.Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding principles, legislation and best practice in protecting both children and vulnerable adults.Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders and diverse groups.Confident in using IT systems (Microsoft Office, CRM platforms) for monitoring and administration.A car driver with access to a car for which expenses will be paid