Hybrid Family Support Practitioner for Children & Families

Royal Borough Of Kensington And Chelsea; Southampton; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Assured Employee Assistance

Hybrid working

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Hampshire County Council in Totton is looking for a Family Practitioner to support children and families, managing a varied caseload and delivering tailored interventions that respond to each family’s circumstances.

You will work closely with Social Workers, undertake assessments, help develop family plans using the strengths‑based Hampshire Approach, and keep children at home wherever possible, through practical support, mediation and solution‑focused work.

Qualifications

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

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.

Skills

Experience with children and families

Communication skills

Mediation

Report writing

IT systems

Job description

Hampshire County Council in Totton is looking for a Family Practitioner to support children and families, managing a varied caseload and delivering tailored interventions that respond to each family’s circumstances.

You will work closely with Social Workers, undertake assessments, help develop family plans using the strengths‑based Hampshire Approach, and keep children at home wherever possible, through practical support, mediation and solution‑focused work.