Family Support Practitioner

Role: Family Support Practitioner

Salary: 25000 per annum

Location:Acle Norfolk

Contract/Hours: Fixed Term Contract Until 31^st June 2026 Full time 37 hours per week.

Interviews: to be held on the 5^th and 12^th of May 2025

Benefits:

• 29 days annual leave PLUS bank holidays with up to 5 additional days for continuous service and option to buy or sell leave.
• Gain professional qualifications and excellent training/development opportunities.
• Flexible maternity adoption and paternity packages
• Pension with up to 7 employer contribution with included life assurance cover
• Staff discount portal and Blue Light Card eligibility with 15000 national retailers discounts.

Vulnerable children in the UK need your help.

Wherever you work in the Action for Children family youll be helping to change the lives of the most vulnerable children in the UK.

Last year we helped more than 688000 children and families across the UK. From direct work in communities to national campaigning we are focused on making sure every child has a safe and happy childhood and the foundations they need to thrive.

Why Action for Children

Working here is more than a job. Everyone in the Action for Children family is passionate about protecting and supporting children. Its the sense of purpose that drives us every single day. Because we know that when we work together we can make a huge difference to bring lasting improvements to vulnerable childrens lives.

A bit about the role.

The Norfolk Early Childhood and Family Service (ECFS) Plays a crucial role in supporting children aged zero to five years and their families. The service is designed to provide targeted interventions and parenting programmes that cater to the unique needs of each family. The professionals in this role work closely with the families ensuring that interventions are tailored and effective.

One of the key aspects of the ECFS is its partnership with families and other organisations. This collaborative approach allows for a comprehensive support system that addresses various challenges families may face. The service offers sessions that cover a wide range of topics including parenting strategies mental health improvement and child safety. By focusing on these areas ECFS aims to empower parents and caregivers equipping them with the tools and knowledge necessary to foster an nurturing environment for their children.

How youll help to create brighter futures

As Family Support Practitioner you will be part of a supportive and dedicated team with opportunities for development. You will make a difference by:

• Providing direct family support at home 1:1.
• Organising and running one to one and groupbased parenting programmes using evidencebased approaches
• Attending and participating at relevant multiagency meetings and providing a lead role when required
• Using a strengthsbased approach to working with families.
• Taking an outcome focused approach for children and families.

Lets talk about you

We are looking for an energetic and dynamic forward thinking family support practitionerconfident in leading and bringing fresh ideas and inspiration to the role. You will find the full job description attached but the musthaves are:

• NVQ level 3 or equivalent in Early Years or relevant study area.
• Experience of working directly with children and families either individually or in a group setting.
• Excellent verbal and nonverbal communication.
• The ability to maintain written records to a high standard.
• The ability to coordinate referral assessment and support.
• Confidence in IT systems.
• Experience of delivering a parenting programme (desirable).
• Access to a suitable method of transport to travel to various settings to carry out your role (essential).

Good to know

Application Process

Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for thisrole.

There are five sections to complete: Personal Details CV Supporting Statement & Information Equality & Diversity Submission & Declaration.

Talent Pool

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Diversity equality and inclusion

At Action for Children were dedicated to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace.

Weactivelyencourageapplications from Black Asian & Minority Ethnic and disabled candidates as they are underrepresented within Action for Children. We want to take deliberate and purposeful action to ensure equal opportunity to all groups in society and for Action for Children.

Male staff are underrepresented within our Children Service roles. We would like to encourage more male applicants for our Children Service roles.

Dont meet every single requirement

If youre excited about this role but your experience doesnt align perfectly with the job description wed love you to apply anyway. You might just be the perfect person for this role or another role within the Action for Children family.

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