Children and Families Practitioner - MID06789

Elovate Systems Inc.; Dalkeith; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative team dedicated to supporting children and families affected by disabilities. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those in need. As a Children and Families Practitioner, you will engage with families, conduct assessments, and create tailored care packages. The position emphasizes a supportive working environment and values the voices of children and families. If you are passionate about making an impact and possess the necessary qualifications, this is the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and families, including child development.
• Knowledge of trauma-based therapy and parenting capacity.

Responsibilities

• Support children and families affected by disability through assessments.
• Work creatively and flexibly to meet the needs of families.

Skills

Child Development

Trauma-based Interventions

Systemic Interventions

Behavioural Interview Skills

Education

HNC in Social Care

SVQ Level 3 (Children and Young People)

Job description

Job Vacancy

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Children’s Services Disability team. The successful candidate will join a team comprising a team leader, 3 FTE social workers, 5 Practitioners, and 2 development workers. This team supports children and their families affected by disability by undertaking assessments of need (Section 23) and creating and reviewing packages of care. Applicants should be able to work creatively and flexibly to meet needs, and be passionate about supporting families with disabilities.

The Disability Team is committed to keeping 'The Promise' and ensuring that children, young people, and their families’ voices are at the heart of everything we do. As a newly formed team, this is an opportunity to be part of its development. Children’s Services are keen to invest in all staff, recognizing the importance of a highly supportive working environment.

Knowledge

Essential:

• Educated to HNC social care and SVQ Level 3 (children and young people) or equivalent with a relevant discipline.
• Experience working with the national and local practice, policy, procedures, and legislation relevant to the post, including an awareness of the SSSC Code of Practice, The Promise, Human Rights legislation, United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, and getting it right for every child.
• Experience working with children and families, including child development and trauma-based interventions.
• Knowledge of systemic interventions and methodologies such as attachment-promoting, trauma-based therapy, child development, and parenting capacity.
• Knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of key agencies.

Desirable:

• Experience delivering parenting programmes or other group work.
• Specialist experience working with children and families in crisis or at risk.
• Behavioural interview skills.

Closing Date: Sunday 1st June 2025

Interview Date: Wednesday 11th June 2025

Job Details

Position Title: Children and Families Practitioner

Directorate: Children, Young People and Partnerships

Location: Eskdaill Court

Contract Status: Fixed Term for 2 years

Hours of Work: 36 hours per week

Working Pattern: Monday - Friday

Weeks per Year: 52

Note: Successful applicants will be appointed to the first point on the salary scale, with a minimum salary of £37,618.22 per annum based on 36 hours/week over 52 weeks.

Requirements

This post is considered Regulated Work with Children and Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. It is an offence to apply if barred from working with these groups. Successful candidates will need PVG Scheme membership, which will be arranged prior to employment, at their own cost. For more information, visit disclosurescotland.gov.uk.

Additional Information

If you have difficulty applying or require reasonable adjustments due to disability, please call 0131 271 3063, referencing the post number.

Midlothian Council is undergoing transformation, and existing employees may be considered for suitable alternative roles. Internal candidates may be prioritized for some vacancies.

If you are a trainee, have a disability, or are a care-experienced young person, you are eligible for a guaranteed interview if you meet the essential criteria.

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