Family Practitioner

Hampshire Shared Services Partnership; Southampton; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Assured EAP

Hybrid working

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Hampshire County Council seeks a Family Practitioner to support children and families, delivering tailored interventions and assessments with a strengths-based Hampshire Approach. You will work with Social Workers and professionals to develop family plans that prioritise children’s needs and safety.

The role involves practical support, relationship-building, and solution-focused work to empower families and keep children safe at home.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, young people and families.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Skilled in mediation and handling challenging situations.
• Ability to produce clear reports using IT systems.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with children, parents and carers to provide practical and emotional support.
• Arrange resources and help families access services such as transport, care and housing.
• Build positive relationships and work collaboratively with professionals.
• Use mediation to improve family relationships.
• Undertake assessments and Children in Need visits with Social Workers.
• Prepare clear reports and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Experience with children, young people

Communication skills

Mediation

Report writing

IT systems proficiency

Tools

IT tools

Job description

Job Details:

Job Reference: HCC625289

Salary Range: £34,273 - £37,570 per annum

Work Location: Totton Hub, Totton

Hours per week: 37 (part-time hours will be considered)

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 10 November 2026

The Role:

As a Family Practitioner , you’ll play a vital role in supporting children and families to achieve positive and lasting change. You’ll manage a varied caseload, delivering tailored interventions that respond to each family’s unique circumstances. Working closely with Social Workers and other professionals, you’ll contribute to assessments and help develop family plans that put children’s needs at the heart of decision-making.

You’ll join a dedicated team using the strengths-based Hampshire Approach to empower families and keep more children safely at home. Through practical support, relationship-building, and solution-focused interventions, you’ll help families build on their strengths and overcome challenges, making a real difference to their lives.

What you’ll do:

• Work directly with children, parents, and carers to provide practical and emotional support.
• Arrange resources and help families access services such as transport, care, and housing.
• Build positive relationships and work collaboratively with professionals.
• Use mediation and negotiation skills to improve family relationships.
• Undertake assessments and Children in Need visits alongside Social Workers.
• Prepare clear reports and maintain accurate records.

What we’re looking for:

• Experience supporting children, young people, and families.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Skilled in mediation and managing challenging situations.
• Ability to produce clear reports and use IT systems confidently.
• Flexible, adaptable, and committed to inclusive practice.

Why join us?

• Join a supportive team that values collaboration and professional development.
• Flexible working options, including a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.
• Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• Competitive benefits package, including generous annual leave, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Find more informationhere (https://www.hants.gov.uk/jobs/whychooseus/benefits).

Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK.

Other job titles you may be searching for: Family Support Worker, Family Support Practitioner, Children’s Services Practitioner, Early Help Practitioner, Family Intervention Worker, Case Worker.

Travel Requirements:

You will be required to travel to various locations within Hampshire, and it is essential that you have a current drivers’ licence and access to a reliable vehicle on a regular basis.

Additional Information:

Family Practitioner Candidate Pack

Vetting Requirements:

The post is subject to a Criminal Records Check. As such, please note that under safer recruitment requirements for Children’s Services, references will be requested prior to interview.

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

For general enquiries, please contact [e-mail]
For an informal chat about the role, please contact Sue Cook, Team Manager [e-mail] or Louise Cartwright, Team Manager on [e-mail]

Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.

We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.