Family Practitioner (G7)

Abrams Healthcare Llp; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare services provider in Tamworth seeks a Family Practitioner (G7) to provide family support services to children and families. You will lead early help assessments, deliver interventions, and collaborate with social workers. The ideal candidate has an NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care and experience in direct work with vulnerable families. This temporary role offers a pay rate of £15.08 per hour for 20 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Direct work with children, families, and carers in statutory or voluntary agencies.
• Ability to travel as an essential car user.

Responsibilities

• Lead early help assessments and develop action plans for families.
• Provide direct work and interventions with children and families.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.

Skills

Understanding of child development

Communication skills

IT proficiency

Knowledge of mental health

Commitment to restorative approaches

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Family Practitioner (G7)
Location: Tamworth, Staffordshire
Contract Type: Temporary
Start Date: 24/02/2025
End Date: 31/07/2025
Working Hours: 08:30 – 17:00 (20 hours per week)
Pay Rate: £15.08 per hour

Job Purpose:
The Family Practitioner will provide family support services to children and families in the Staffordshire area, aligning with a specific district or locality. The role involves working closely with families to improve their well-being and providing key interventions to support children and young people.

Key Responsibilities:
Lead on early help assessments and develop action plans to support families.
Provide direct work and interventions with children, young people, and families.
Work collaboratively with social workers to support children in need, those on child protection plans, and children in care.
Maintain accurate and detailed records, reports, and documentation relating to the work undertaken.
Use a restorative practice approach to support families and help them stay together where possible.
Facilitate and lead accredited and evidence-based parenting programmes.
Undertake assessments and make appropriate decisions in line with professional accountability.
Build relationships and deliver interventions to children, families, and carers.
Work effectively in conflict situations.
Requirements:
Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or an equivalent qualification.
Experience:
Direct work with children, families, and carers in statutory or voluntary agencies providing services to vulnerable children and families.
Experience using IT, including Microsoft Office packages.
Knowledge & Skills:
Understanding of child development and the effects of stress and trauma.
Knowledge of mental health, substance misuse, domestic abuse, poverty, and other vulnerabilities affecting families.
Awareness of partner agencies and their roles in supporting families.
Understanding of key policies, guidance, and legislation governing children’s social care.
Ability to effectively communicate with children, families, and carers.
Proficiency in IT systems and the ability to produce high-standard written records.
Commitment to using restorative approaches in work with children and families.
Essential car user – ability to travel as required.

Ready to make a difference?
Submit your CV to: [e-mail]
For more information, call: 0115 777 0127

or Apply here: https://20x.io/abramshealthcare/commonuser_register/eWNqRjlPTjdiUC9JbnNWdFJrNkdGQT09


Note: All queries and applications must be directed through Abrams Healthcare LLP.