Senior Practitioner Family Support

NFP People; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's charity is looking for a Senior Practitioner to provide early years and family support for children aged 0–19 (or 25 with SEND). Based in Birmingham, the role involves working with disadvantaged families, delivering projects that address their challenges. Candidates should have experience in family support services and a compassionate approach to help families thrive. This position offers a permanent contract with 37 hours a week and a salary of £31,879.51.

Qualifications

• Experience in family support and early childhood services.
• Knowledge of SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities).
• Ability to provide compassionate support to families.

Responsibilities

• Support children aged 0–19 (or 25 with SEND).
• Deliver projects that help families overcome challenges.
• Facilitate parenting groups and health referrals.

Job description

Senior Practitioner Family Support

We are looking for a Senior Practitioner to join the team providing early years and family support for children aged 0–19 (or 25 with SEND).

Position: Senior Practitioner – Family Support

Location: Dyson Gardens Children’s Centre, Highfield Rd, Birmingham B8 3QF

Salary: £31,879.51

Hours: 37 per week

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date : 11 / 01 / 2026

You will be working for one of the UK's leading children's charities, firmly supported by Christian beliefs and values, helping to support disadvantaged 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.

The Role

As part of the Birmingham Forward Steps Partnership, the team provide early years and family support for children aged 0–19 (or 25 with SEND). The Children’s Centres and Family Hubs across Erdington, Hodge Hill, Perry Barr and Sutton Coldfield offer safe, welcoming spaces where families can access support, advice, and activities. From parenting groups and sensory rooms to health referrals and stay‑and‑play sessions, the experienced teams walk alongside families, helping them build on their strengths and navigate challenges. The organisations also offers links to childcare, midwifery, ...