Family Practitioner

Hertfordshire; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Hertfordshire County Council is seeking Family Practitioners for the 0-25 Together Service in Hemel Hempstead or Stevenage, with countywide travel. You will work with disabled children and families, delivering Family Help, recording needs and coordinating with education and health colleagues to improve outcomes.

Role involves autonomous caseload management, safeguarding responsibilities, and supervision by a social work professional. A full driving licence and access to a vehicle are required.

Qualifications

• Experience of working directly with disabled children and their families.
• Knowledge of the role of social care for disabled children and families.
• Understanding of SEND policy and guidance.
• Ability to interview people, record and present information clearly in reports.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Family Help to families and record their needs.
• Support social work professionals and collaborate with education and health partners.
• Work autonomously with a caseload of children and families.
• Contribute to safeguarding activities and record assessment outcomes.

Skills

Experience with disabled children

Family/child safeguarding

Policy knowledge on SEND

Interviewing & reporting

Driving licence & car access

Multi-agency collaboration

Assessment & eligibility recording

Complex case handling

Job description

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Job Title: Family Practitioners – 0-25 Disability Team
Starting Salary: £32,578 progressing to £35,570 pa
Hours: 37
Location: Hemel Hempstead or Stevenage – with travel countywide
Contract Type: Permanent
Directorate: Childrens Services

About the team

The 0-25 Together Service is a fantastic example of what happens when likeminded people come together to deliver specialist services for disabled children, young people, young adults and their families. We are a multi-disciplinary team of child and adult focussed professionals who serve the needs of our population. Together we strive to make sure that the citizens we serve enjoy as much independence as possible, while reaching their full potential. We want them to be able to take part in their local community and find stability and fulfilment as they move into adulthood.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity for Family Practitioners within the 0-25 Together Service to work closely with disabled children in partnership with their families and alongside education and health professionals.

You will be based in a locality team where you will work with a variety of children and young people. You will work autonomously and will be responsible for a caseload of children and families. You will support social work professionals by delivering Family Help, listening to families, recording their needs and considering ways in which local resources might help support improvements to their situations.

Your primary focus will be to make sure that disabled children are included and achieving their full potential. At times you will support safeguarding activities and will need to be able to demonstrate an understanding of safeguarding approaches for children. Your work will be overseen by a social work professional and you should expect regular, skilled professional supervision.

About you

• Experience of working directly with disabled children and their families.
• Knowledge of the role that social care might play in the lives of disabled children and their families.
• Understanding of policy relating to children and young people with SEND.
• Ability to interview people, record and present information effectively through discussion and in written reports.
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.
• Ability to work with complex situations and conflict.
• Ability to assess and record eligible and non-eligible needs using evidenced based practice.
• Knowledge of all aspects of working with disabled children and young people and different stages in their development.
• Experience in multi-agency working.

This role offers the opportunity to make a real difference every day, empowering children and families to overcome challenges and achieve their goals. You’ll enjoy the independence to shape your work while being part of a collaborative, supportive team that values your contribution. Comprehensive training and ongoing development ensure you have the tools and confidence to succeed.

We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.

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Additional information

We are changing

Hertfordshire County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation (LGR), creating a unique opportunity to help shape the future of local services. To find out more, visit https://www.hertfordshire-lgr.co.uk/

Disability Confident

We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.

Safeguarding

This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.

Driving required

You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.

English Fluency

The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.