Parenting & Group Work Practitioner - 2530 - Wiltshire

Spurgeons; England; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charitable organization in England seeks a dedicated professional for a maternity cover role focused on delivering impactful programmes for families and communities. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 qualification in childcare and strong communication skills, with the ability to promote the wellbeing of young children. Benefits include continuous professional development and support initiatives, with a commitment to safeguarding.

Benefits

Continuous professional development

Regular support through supervision

In house learning platform

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with an empathetic approach.
• Experience or interest in facilitating parenting programmes.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality group programmes for families.
• Ensure group provision meets OFSTED standards.
• Promote wellbeing of young children.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Problem-solving attitude

Flexibility in hours

Education

Level 3 qualification in childcare or related field

Job description

The Vacancy

This vacancy is a maternity cover position until September 2026.

About Us

Welcome to Spurgeons Wiltshire Family Hub, where families come first. We're dedicated to supporting families and young people from early years to young adulthood. Our comprehensive services include personalised one-on-one support, dynamic parenting advice and groups, assistance with accessing vital statutory and community services. We also have a digital family hub available 24/7. What sets us apart is our amazing team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about making a difference. We provide compassionate guidance, while connecting families with essential resources, and champion their well-being. Together, we\'re building stronger, more resilient communities, one family at a time.

About the Role

• Join our vibrant, supportive team delivering high-quality, evidence-based group programmes that empower families and communities.
• Work closely with partner facilitators to deliver impactful early years programmes
• Safeguard and promote the wellbeing of young children at every stage
• Build strong, trusted relationships with families and professionals
• Ensure group provision meets OFSTED standards and delivers meaningful outcomes
• Help retain 80% of families through engaging, inclusive delivery
• Reach more families by promoting our resources within local communities
• Support children with SEND by ensuring accessible, inclusive group environments
• This role will require daily travel across the Wiltshire area.

About You

• We’re looking for someone with commitment and potential. You\'ll thrive if you bring:
• A relevant Level 3 qualification (e.g. in childcare, family support, or a related field) – essential for this role
• Confidence and a collaborative mindset, with some experience or interest in facilitating parenting programmes
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with an empathetic and persuasive approach
• A proactive, problem-solving attitude and openness to reflective learning
• Knowledge of safeguarding, early intervention, and child development
• Accuracy in record-keeping and the ability to monitor and evaluate impact
• You are adaptable and able to travel within the geographical area, flexible in your approach to hours, including evening and weekend work
• As a decisive and quality-driven professional, you bring creativity, collaboration, and a results-driven mindset to our team

Benefits

• Continuous professional development
• Regular support through supervision, appraisal & well-being initiatives
• In house learning platform

The Company

Spurgeons is one of the UK\'s leading children\'s charities, firmly supported by Christian beliefs and values, helping to support vulnerable children and their families through delivering projects to support children, young people, their families, and communities to find long-lasting solutions to the challenges they face.

We create family hubs where we’re needed most, providing support with mental health, special educational needs, domestic abuse and all of family life’s challenges. We work through children and family centres, churches, schools and prisons. Putting children first in everything.

If you want to find out more about working at Spurgeons please visit our website.

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people we serve. This post is subject to necessary safeguarding checks including an appropriate level DBS Disclosure.

Spurgeons is a Living Wage Employer.

We actively encourage applications from a broad and deep range of backgrounds and experiences. We are a Disability Confident Employer.