Family Group Conference Coordinator x 4 Posts (Children and Families Services, South Tyneside)

South Tyneside Council; South Tyneside; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council organization in South Tyneside is seeking Family Group Conference Coordinators to support families by facilitating planning and decision-making processes. The role involves promoting inclusive practices and ensuring the voice of the child remains central. Ideal candidates will have experience in group facilitation and a strong commitment to restorative practices. A competitive salary is offered, alongside a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in facilitating group discussions or meetings.
• Understanding of restorative practices and their application.
• Commitment to anti-discriminatory practice.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and facilitate Family Group Conferences.
• Promote restorative principles in your work.
• Support implementation and review of family plans.

Skills

Group facilitation

Empathy

Communication

Restorative principles

Collaboration

Job description

Family Group Conference Coordinator x 4 Posts

£33,699 pa

Fixed Term Contract for 24 months

About Us

At South Tyneside Council, we are committed to working with children, young people, and families to build safe, resilient communities. We are investing significantly in our service and are seeking passionate and skilled Family Group Conference (FGC) Coordinators to help embed relational and restorative practice across our work. Our service is focused on empowering families to lead their own change through inclusive, family‑led decision‑making. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a team that is transforming how we work with families—placing relationships, trust, and collaboration at the heart of everything we do.

The Role

You will be joining an ambitious and forward‑thinking Children’s Service with a strong commitment to relational and restorative practice. As an FGC Coordinator, you will facilitate Family Group Conferences that enable families to create their own plans in response to concerns raised by professionals. You will work independently while being part of a multi‑agency team, building positive relationships with children, families, and professionals across social care, education, health, and the voluntary sector. You will champion the voice of the child, promote inclusive participation, and foster safe, non‑judgemental spaces for dialogue and planning.

You will be responsible for

• Coordinating and facilitating Family Group Conferences, including preparation, logistics, and follow‑up.
• Promoting restorative principles such as empathy, respect, and curiosity in all aspects of your work.
• Supporting the implementation and review of family plans through multi‑agency collaboration.
• Maintaining accurate records and contributing to service development through reflective practice and feedback.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate family‑led planning through restorative and relational approaches.
• Ensure the voice of the child is central to the FGC process.
• Build trust and inclusive participation with families and professionals.
• Promote safeguarding and ensure plans meet statutory thresholds.
• Champion restorative practice across Children’s Services.
• Contribute to service improvement and quality assurance.

Join Us

If you are confident in group facilitation, committed to anti‑discriminatory practice, and passionate about working with families to create meaningful change, we would love to hear from you.

We offer an excellent benefits package and further information is available here – www.southtyneside.gov.uk/workinghere

For more information about the role, please contact Mark Benson, Participation and Engagement Lead at [e-mail] or call 07484 543937

We look forward to welcoming you to our team and working together to make a positive impact on the lives of children and families in South Tyneside.

South Tyneside Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant pre‑employment checks.

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Closing date: Noon, Wednesday 26 November 2025

Interviews will take place on: Tuesday 16 / Wednesday 17 December 2025