Family Hub Practitioner - 2459, North Wiltshire
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. We deliver projects to support children, young people, their families, and communities to find long-lasting solutions to the challenges they face. We are passionate about the work we do and need equally committed members on our team to help us achieve those goals.
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
As a Family Hub Practitioner, you will be at the heart of making a transformative impact on the lives of families, children, and young people in our community. Your empathetic and client-focused approach, combined with a dedication to delivering exceptional services, will help build resilient families and foster a strong sense of community within our Family Hub. By conducting comprehensive assessments, providing tailored support, and coordinating interventions, you will empower families to overcome challenges and achieve positive outcomes. Your role will involve maintaining effective partnerships with parents, advocating on their behalf, and ensuring they receive the services they need. You will facilitate engaging one-on-one and group sessions that enhance parental capacity and family relationships. Your solutions-focused approach will guide families toward sustainable progress and resilience.
Collaborating with local safeguarding services, health professionals, and community partners, you will ensure families experience smooth transitions and receive the right help at the right time. Your commitment to professional development and regular supervision will keep your skills sharp and your passion for helping families ignited. Join us in creating a nurturing environment where families thrive, and every interaction you have makes a lasting difference. Be a part of our dynamic team, dedicated to strengthening the fabric of our community and making a meaningful impact every day. Please note, this role covers North Wiltshire and travel across this area will be required.
ABOUT YOU
Join our team as a dynamic professional with a background in family support, social work, or related fields, bringing a wealth of skills and qualities to make a real impact. You thrive in developing tailored support plans, coordinating vital services, and forging strong relationships with families and community partners. Your exceptional communication, organisational, and time management skills ensure effective engagement and efficient case management. You possess a deep understanding of child protection, safeguarding policies, and the power of early intervention. Your proactive approach includes passionate advocacy for families, applying outcomes-based practices to achieve transformative results. As an adaptable, collaborative, and empathetic team player, driven by quality and results, you're ready to travel, work flexible hours, and meet the diverse needs of families and colleagues alike.
BENEFITS
- Continuous professional development
- Regular support through supervision, appraisal & well-being initiatives
- In house learning platform
- Generous pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Healthcare cash plan
- Charity discount scheme
Closing date: 22/12/2024
Shortlisting date: 03/01/2025
Interview date: 16/01/2025
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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 aim to be a Living Wage Employer.
We actively encourage applications from a broad and deep range of backgrounds and experiences. We are a Disability Confident Employer.
