Impactful Family Support Practitioner

Nottinghamshire County Council; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly workplace

Professional development

Employee wellbeing

Competitive salary

Flexible working

Job summary

Nottinghamshire County Council is seeking a dedicated Family Support Practitioner to help expectant parents and families with children up to 19 (25 with SEND). This role emphasizes early intervention, coordinated services, and safeguarding within the community.

You will work across family homes and community settings, delivering evidence-based programmes and maintaining records. The post is based at Sherwood Family Hub, with a 37-hour FTE workload and local travel across Clipstone and

Qualifications

• A Level 3 qualification in Early Years or equivalent.
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.
• A minimum of two years' experience working with children and families.
• Knowledge of child development and safeguarding practices.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and review a variety of family support services, including one-to-one support and evidence-based parenting programmes.
• Conduct structured family assessments and create support plans to address the unique needs of families.
• Act as the lead professional for families requiring additional support, coordinating a tailored package of services.
• Maintain accurate and timely records, adhering to safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Work flexibly across various venues, including family homes and community settings.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Decision making

Customer care

Empathy

Education

A Level 3 qualification in Early Years or equivalent

Job description

Nottinghamshire County Council is seeking a dedicated Family Support Practitioner to help expectant parents and families with children up to 19 (25 with SEND). This role emphasizes early intervention, coordinated services, and safeguarding within the community.

You will work across family homes and community settings, delivering evidence-based programmes and maintaining records. The post is based at Sherwood Family Hub, with a 37-hour FTE workload and local travel across Clipstone and