Advanced Practitioner, FGDM | Flexible Working

The City of Edinburgh Council; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Edinburgh Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join the Family Group Decision Making Team as Advanced Practitioner for a 12-month period in Edinburgh.

The role will convene and chair Family Group Decision Making Meetings, ensuring families and networks are central to planning for children. If not already FGDM-accredited, the post holder may be supported to become accredited through Robert Gordon University and contribute to service development.

Qualifications

• Social Worker registered with professional body and currently practicing in Scotland.
• Experience leading or coordinating multi-agency meetings and safeguarding processes.

Responsibilities

• Convene and chair Family Group Decision Making Meetings with families and networks.
• Support service development and drive continuous improvement.
• Lead on ensuring families and their networks are central to decision-making for children.

Skills

Social Worker

Meeting facilitation

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor/Degree in Social Work

Job description

The City of Edinburgh Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join the Family Group Decision Making Team as Advanced Practitioner for a 12-month period in Edinburgh.

The role will convene and chair Family Group Decision Making Meetings, ensuring families and networks are central to planning for children. If not already FGDM-accredited, the post holder may be supported to become accredited through Robert Gordon University and contribute to service development.