Family Practitioner

Family Practitioner (Grade 7)
? Staffordshire
? Apply: john.deane@servicecare.org.uk

About the Role We are currently recruiting for a Family Practitioner to join a dedicated Children’s Services team in Staffordshire. This is a rewarding opportunity to work directly with children, young people, and families, using a restorative approach to provide both high support and appropriate challenge.

You will play a key role in helping families stay together, stabilising placements, and supporting positive, long-term outcomes for children.

Key Responsibilities

• Work directly with children, young people, and families using a restorative practice model
• Lead and contribute to early help assessments and plans
• Support children in need, those on child protection plans, and children in care
• Facilitate and organise family meetings, professional meetings, and group interventions
• Deliver targeted support around:
  • Parenting and behaviour management
  • Attachment and relationships
  • Loss and grief
  • Safeguarding and exploitation risks
• Undertake parenting assessments, mediation, and crisis intervention
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and case documentation
• Work flexibly, including evenings and weekends where required

What We’re Looking For Essential:

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in working with children and families
• Experience working with children, families, and carers in a statutory or voluntary setting
• Strong understanding of:
  • Child development and trauma
  • Safeguarding and children’s legislation
  • Issues such as domestic abuse, mental health, substance misuse, and poverty
• Experience delivering or supporting parenting programmes
• Ability to build strong relationships and manage challenging situations
• Strong written and IT skills for case recording
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential car user)

Key Skills & Attributes

• Excellent communication and engagement skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with multi-agency partners
• Confident in conflict resolution and crisis management
• Creative and flexible approach to supporting families
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare

Our Vision & Values You’ll be part of a service committed to creating:

• Healthier, safer, and more supported communities
• Opportunities for families to thrive and stay together

We value professionals who are:

• Ambitious – striving for the best outcomes
• Courageous – making informed, confident decisions
• Empowering – supporting families and colleagues to succeed

Additional Information

• This post is subject to political restriction under relevant legislation
• Flexible working is required to meet the needs of families
• Strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusive practice is essential

If you’re passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and families, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and forward-thinking team.

? To apply or find out more, contact: john.deane@servicecare.org.uk