Empowering Family Group Conference Coordinator

Beighton; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheffield City Council is seeking a confident Family Group Conference Coordinator for the Sheffield team on a temporary basis to cover leave. You will coordinate planning meetings with families, ensuring inclusive, strengths-based decisions that protect children and their networks.

The role involves direct family work, advocacy and organising logistics from venues to childcare, with some out-of-hours work. Applications encouraged.

Qualifications

• Professional qualification Level 5 or above in relevant field.
• Relevant degree may be considered.
• Experience with vulnerable children and families preferred.
• Driving licence and access to a car would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate strengths-based planning meetings with families.
• Work directly with families to empower safe, sustainable solutions.
• Advocacy and creative problem-solving in complex meetings.
• Coordinate venues, food, childcare and meeting resources.
• Engage with diverse communities to promote inclusion.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Compassionate approach

Advocacy

Education

Level 5+ professional qualification in social care/health/education/youth work/mediation or related field

Relevant degree

Job description

Sheffield City Council is seeking a confident Family Group Conference Coordinator for the Sheffield team on a temporary basis to cover leave. You will coordinate planning meetings with families, ensuring inclusive, strengths-based decisions that protect children and their networks.

The role involves direct family work, advocacy and organising logistics from venues to childcare, with some out-of-hours work. Applications encouraged.