Evidence‑Based Family Support Practitioner

Ealing; London Borough of Ealing; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS

Flexible working

Learning & development

Supervision & support

Wellbeing programmes

Transformation programme

Job summary

Ealing Council invites applications for a role within the Best Start in Life Programme to support families through evidence-based parenting and child development interventions. You will work across the Family Hub network to engage families, facilitate group sessions and record outcomes.

You will have experience with vulnerable families, strong facilitation skills, safeguarding knowledge, and a commitment to inclusive practice.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of child development principles.
• Understanding of evidence-based family support approaches.
• Understanding safeguarding responsibilities.
• Strong communication and facilitation skills.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with parents and carers.
• Commitment to inclusion, equality and anti-discriminatory practice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based parenting and child development programmes.
• Facilitate group-based interventions and workshops.
• Engage families who may face barriers to accessing support.
• Assess needs and identify appropriate intervention pathways.
• Promote school readiness and positive child development.
• Support parents to build confidence and resilience.
• Record outcomes and contribute to programme evaluation.
• Work collaboratively with Family Hubs, health visitors, schools, early years settings and voluntary sector partners.

Skills

Child development principles

Facilitation

Communication

Engagement with families

Safeguarding

Job description

Ealing Council invites applications for a role within the Best Start in Life Programme to support families through evidence-based parenting and child development interventions. You will work across the Family Hub network to engage families, facilitate group sessions and record outcomes.

You will have experience with vulnerable families, strong facilitation skills, safeguarding knowledge, and a commitment to inclusive practice.