Family Support & Safeguarding Practitioner

Tripod Partners; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable social work agency in East Midlands is looking for a compassionate Children's Services Practitioner to support children and families in Derbyshire. In this role, you will assess needs, develop tailored support plans, and collaborate with partners for comprehensive assistance. Applicants should be experienced professionals with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. This position offers competitive pay and various benefits including a dedicated consultant, prompt payroll, and a referral fee.

Benefits

Dedicated specialist consultant

Wide variety of job access

Reliable payroll

Free DBS and compliance service

£500 referral fee

Qualifications

• Experience in children's services or family support.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with children and families to assess needs.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with families.
• Collaborate with multi-agency partners for coordinated support.
• Comply with statutory requirements and best-practice standards.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Engagement skills

Problem-solving skills

Empathy

Professionalism

Resilience

Education

Qualified professional in child services or related field

Job description

A reputable social work agency in East Midlands is looking for a compassionate Children's Services Practitioner to support children and families in Derbyshire. In this role, you will assess needs, develop tailored support plans, and collaborate with partners for comprehensive assistance. Applicants should be experienced professionals with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. This position offers competitive pay and various benefits including a dedicated consultant, prompt payroll, and a referral fee.