Father Inclusion Lead Officer

£34,434 - £39,152 per annum
Permanent
Full Time
37
County Hall, West Bridgford, NG2 7QP
Office Based
Competency Framework
Tier 7b
1
3rd March 2026
Closing Date
15 February 2026 23:55
The Children and Families Department takes a strengths-based approach to working with each other, children, young people and families, and our partner agencies. We call this 'Our Nottinghamshire Approach'.  Watch the two minute animation to learn more.

Are you passionate about creating inclusive, family-focused services that truly engage fathers and male carers? Do you believe that dads matter and want to make a difference in how they are supported across early help and family services? 

We are looking for a dynamic and committed Father Inclusion Lead Officer to join our Family Hub Service. This is a unique opportunity to lead the development and delivery of strategies that ensure fathers are visible, valued and actively involved in their children's lives. 

About the Role

As the Father Inclusion Lead Officer, you will:

  • Champion the role of fathers and male carers across all aspects of Family Hub delivery.
  • Lead on the development of inclusive practice, ensuring services are welcoming, accessible and responsive to the needs of fathers.
  • Work collaboratively with partners across health, education, children's services and the voluntary sector to embed father-inclusive approaches.
  • Contribute to the design and delivery of training, resources, and campaigns to raise awareness and build capacity across the workforce.
  • Use data, insight and lived experience to inform service design and continuous improvement.

About You

We're looking for someone who:

  • Has experience of being a father / male carer
  • Has experience working in early help / family support.
  • Understands the barriers fathers face in accessing services and is committed to tackling inequality.
  • Is a confident communicator and relationship-builder, able to influence and inspire others.
  • Has a track record of delivering projects or initiatives that promote inclusion and engagement.
  • Brings creativity, empathy and a solution-focused approach to their work.

What We Offer

  • A supportive and forward-thinking team committed to whole-family working.
  • Opportunities for professional development and leadership.
  • The chance to shape a growing area of national focus and local innovation.

Apply now or contact Rachel Lygo at rachel.lygo@nottscc.gov.uk / 0115 9939353 for an informal conversation. 

Disabled applicants who meet the essential shortlisting requirements will be guaranteed an interview. A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.

Therefore, the County Council encourages applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.