Family Group Conference Co-ordinator

Middlesbrough Council; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Middlesbrough Development Corporation is seeking two Family Group Conference Co-ordinators to empower families and support communities through strength-based, relationship-centred practice.

You will coordinate and facilitate Family Group Conferences, build trusting relationships, and apply restorative and trauma-informed approaches to support open conversations. This role requires excellent communication and organisational skills and a commitment to positive outcomes for families.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, facilitation and organisational skills.
• Experience using restorative and trauma-informed approaches.
• Ability to engage with adults, families and professionals in diverse settings.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and facilitate Family Group Conferences.
• Build positive relationships with adults, families, carers and professionals.
• Support conversations using restorative and trauma-informed approaches.
• Help families develop sustainable, safe and connected plans.
• Empower family-led decisions and strength-based practice.

Skills

Communication

Facilitation

Organisational

Restorative practice

Trauma-informed

Relationship-based

Education

Level 3 qualification

Equivalent experience

Job description

We are seeking to recruit two passionate and skilled Family Group Conference Co-ordinators to help adults and families find their own solutions through strength-based, relationship-centred practice. This is a rewarding opportunity to work directly with individuals, families, carers, and professionals, facilitating Family Group Conferences that empower people to make informed decisions, strengthen support networks and improve outcomes. What You'll Do

• Co-ordinate and facilitate Family Group Conferences.
• Build positive relationships with adults, families, carers, and professionals.
• Use restorative and trauma-informed approaches to support difficult conversations.
• Help families develop sustainable plans that keep people safe, connected and independent.
• Champion family-led decisions making strength-based practice.
  Experience working with individuals and families in a support, community or social care setting.
• Excellent communication, facilitation and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage sensitive situations with confidence and professionalism.
• A commitment to empowering people and achieving positive outcomes.
• Relevant qualification at Level 3 or equivalent experience.

Why Join Us?

• Make a genuine difference to people's lives.
• Be part of an innovative and supportive Quality and Practice team.
• Receive specialist Family Group Conference training.
• Work in a role that values collaboration, creatively and relationship-based practice.
• Access excellent learning and development opportunities.

If you're passionate about helping people harness the strength of their family and community networks, we'd love to hear from you. Join us and help families create lasting solutions together. If this is you, this may be the opportunity you are looking for!