Family Practitioner: Hybrid Role Empowering Families

Hampshire County Council; Totton; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Assured EAP

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Sick pay/occupational sick pay

9-day fortnight

Job summary

Hampshire County Council is recruiting a Family Practitioner to support children and families, managing caseloads and delivering tailored interventions. You will work closely with Social Workers and other professionals to contribute to assessments and family plans, with the aim of keeping children safe at home.

The role uses the strengths-based Hampshire Approach, focusing on practical support, relationship-building, and solution-focused interventions to help families overcome challenges.

Qualifications

• Experience in safeguarding and working with children and families preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively with Social Workers and other professionals.

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 and negotiation skills to improve family relationships.
• Undertake assessments and Children in Need visits alongside Social Workers.
• Prepare clear reports and maintain accurate records.

Job description

Hampshire County Council is recruiting a Family Practitioner to support children and families, managing caseloads and delivering tailored interventions. You will work closely with Social Workers and other professionals to contribute to assessments and family plans, with the aim of keeping children safe at home.

The role uses the strengths-based Hampshire Approach, focusing on practical support, relationship-building, and solution-focused interventions to help families overcome challenges.