Job Description

Job Title:

Family Practitioner

Department:

Children's Services

Grade:

7

Our Vision

To create a county where ambition, connectivity, and sustainability empower every individual to thrive, stay healthy, and live happily.

Our Outcomes

We aim for everyone in Staffordshire to:

Access quality employment and share in economic prosperity Enjoy better health and increased independence Feel safe, supported, and valued in their communities

Our Values

Guided by our People Strategy, we are:

Ambitious:

Striving for excellence for our communities and citizens

Courageous:

Addressing challenges head-on with bold decision-making

Empowering:

Supporting our staff to succeed and make a meaningful impact

About the Role

The Family Practitioner plays a crucial role in working with children, young people, and families, using a restorative and strengths-based approach. This includes providing targeted interventions, facilitating family engagement, and contributing to service planning and delivery.

Political Restriction:

This is a politically restricted post under the Local Government and Housing Act 1989 (as amended).

Reporting Relationships

Reports To:

Family Practitioner Lead

Direct Reports:

None

Key Responsibilities

Use restorative practice to support children staying with or returning to their families, or stabilizing placements with foster carers Plan and deliver family group conferences, professional meetings, and community engagement events Act as key worker for children and families, coordinating early help assessments and working alongside social workers on safeguarding and care plans Contribute to parenting assessments, crisis intervention, mediation, and conflict resolution, including Life Story Work Deliver focused work on issues such as safeguarding, emotional wellbeing, behavior, attachment, loss, and exploitation Employ creative and flexible methods to support families, adapting to individual needs Maintain accurate case records, reports, and assessments Work outside standard hours--including evenings and weekends--as needed to meet family needs

Professional Accountabilities

Financial Responsibility:

Deliver services efficiently and manage resources within the allocated budget.

People Management:

Engage in performance development and staff support processes.

Equality and Diversity:

Ensure all work promotes inclusion and complies with anti-discriminatory legislation.

Climate Responsibility:

Promote sustainability in line with council policy.

Health and Safety:

Maintain a safe working environment, complying with Health & Safety policy.

Safeguarding:

Prioritize the safety and welfare of vulnerable children and families.

Person Specification Qualifications

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in working with children and families

(Essential)*
Evidence of continued professional development in areas related to family support or children's services (Desirable)*

Knowledge and Experience

Proven experience working directly with vulnerable children, families, and carers in statutory or voluntary settings Knowledge of child development, trauma, and how adverse experiences impact behavior and wellbeing Understanding of the complexities of mental health, substance misuse, domestic abuse, and poverty Familiarity with local partner agencies and their roles in multi-agency family support Working knowledge of current legislation, policy, and guidance in children's social care Experience delivering or supporting evidence-based parenting programs (Desirable)*
Skilled in undertaking assessments and making professional judgments

Skills and Competencies

Strong communication and engagement skills with children, young people, and families Ability to build trusted relationships and deliver impactful interventions Conflict resolution, crisis management, and de-escalation skills Competent in using digital systems, maintaining accurate records, and writing reports Commitment to restorative approaches in all professional interactions

Must hold a valid driving license and have access to a vehicle for work

(Essential Car User)*

Additional Information

This post supports the council's commitment to the Disability Confident Scheme. Applicants who meet the minimum criteria and identify as disabled will be guaranteed an interview.

Apply here:

https://20x.io/abramshealthcare/commonuser_register/eWNqRjlPTjdiUC9JbnNWdFJrNkdGQT09

or send your cv to:

jobs@abramshealthcare.co.uk

Job Types: Full-time, Temp to perm

Pay: 15.00-16.86 per hour

Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekend availability
Application question(s):

Do you have NVQ Level 3 in respect to working with children?
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person