FGDM Advanced Practitioner — Flexible Hours

The City of Edinburgh Council; Easter Howgate; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Edinburgh Council is seeking an experienced Advanced Practitioner to lead and develop the Family Group Decision Making Team. This temporary 12-month role involves convening FGDM meetings, ensuring families drive decisions, and supporting accreditation via Robert Gordon University where possible.

You will work within a rights-based, child-centered framework, with PVG scheme checks and overseas criminal record checks where applicable.

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with local authority experience.
• Accreditation in Family Group Decision Making preferred or achievable.
• PVG scheme checks required before taking up the post.

Responsibilities

• Convene and chair Family Group Decision Making Meetings.
• Support service development and continuous improvement.
• Ensure high standards of family group meetings and child protection.

Skills

Social work experience

Accreditation in FGDM

Interpersonal & communication skills

Education

Social Work degree or equivalent

Registered Social Worker

Job description

The City of Edinburgh Council is seeking an experienced Advanced Practitioner to lead and develop the Family Group Decision Making Team. This temporary 12-month role involves convening FGDM meetings, ensuring families drive decisions, and supporting accreditation via Robert Gordon University where possible.

You will work within a rights-based, child-centered framework, with PVG scheme checks and overseas criminal record checks where applicable.