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Hampshire County Council; Totton; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Assured EAP

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Sick pay/occupational sick pay

9-day fortnight

Job summary

Hampshire County Council is recruiting a Family Practitioner to support children and families, managing caseloads and delivering tailored interventions. You will work closely with Social Workers and other professionals to contribute to assessments and family plans, with the aim of keeping children safe at home.

The role uses the strengths-based Hampshire Approach, focusing on practical support, relationship-building, and solution-focused interventions to help families overcome challenges.

Qualifications

• Experience in safeguarding and working with children and families preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively with Social Workers and other professionals.

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.

Job description

Family Practitioner HCC625289

Company: Hampshire County Council

Salary: £34,273 to £37,570 a year

Hours: Full-time

Location: Totton

Working pattern: Hybrid - 4 days remote

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 20 Oct 2026

Closing date: 10 Nov 2026

As a Family Practitioner, you’ll play a vital role in supporting children and families to achieve positive and lasting change. You’ll manage a varied caseload, delivering tailored interventions that respond to each family’s unique circumstances. Working closely with Social Workers and other professionals, you’ll contribute to assessments and help develop family plans that put children’s needs at the heart of decision-making.

You’ll join a dedicated team using the strengths-based Hampshire Approach to empower families and keep more children safely at home. Through practical support, relationship-building, and solution-focused interventions, you’ll help families build on their strengths and overcome challenges, making a real difference to their lives.

What you’ll do

• 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.

Why join us

• Join a supportive team that values collaboration and professional development.
• Flexible working options, including a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.
• Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• Competitive benefits package, including generous annual leave, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.

Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK.

Other job titles you may be searching for: Family Support Worker, Family Support Practitioner, Children’s Services Practitioner, Early Help Practitioner, Family Intervention Worker, Case Worker.

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