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Family Help lead practitioner

Job Posted: 15 days ago

Salary: £ 18 - 22 / Hour
Job Type: Contract
Location: Cheshire

Expire in: 13 days

Job Description

Family Help Lead Practitioner

Location: North West Local Authority

Contract: Agency Contract

Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Family Help Lead Practitioner to join a forward-thinking North West Local Authority. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference by supporting children, young people and families through assessment, planning and the delivery of targeted interventions that improve outcomes and reduce risk.

Working within a multi-agency environment, you will provide high-quality, child-centred support using a strengths-based, trauma-informed and relationship-focused approach. You will work collaboratively with families and partner agencies to develop effective plans that enable children to remain safely within their families wherever possible.

Key Responsibilities

Complete holistic assessments of children, young people and families.
	
Develop, coordinate and review SMART family support plans.
	
Deliver evidence-based interventions to improve outcomes.
	
Work closely with partner agencies to coordinate effective multi-agency support.
	
Chair family and multi-agency meetings where appropriate.
	
Advocate for children and families, ensuring children's voices remain central to all decision-making.
	
Maintain accurate case recordings and reports.
	
Contribute to Child Protection processes and, where required, undertake court-related work.
	
Promote strengths-based, trauma-informed and systemic practice throughout your work.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

A recognised Social Work qualification and current Social Work England registration, or an equivalent childcare qualification with substantial experience supporting children and families.
	
Significant experience working with children, young people and families within Family Help, Early Help or Children's Services.
	
Strong assessment, planning and intervention skills.
	
Experience working within multi-agency safeguarding environments.
	
Excellent communication, report writing and relationship-building skills.
	
A sound understanding of child protection legislation, safeguarding procedures and the Families First Partnership framework.
	
The ability to manage a varied caseload and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

What's on Offer

Competitive hourly rate.
	
Hybrid working arrangements.
	
Supportive and collaborative team environment.
	
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families.
	
Ongoing contract with an immediate start available.

Why Work with We Do Social Work?

At We Do Social Work, we specialise in placing experienced professionals into rewarding public sector roles across the UK. When you work with us, you'll benefit from:

Dedicated consultant with specialist social work knowledge.
	
Fast, reliable twice-weekly payroll.
	
Free DBS and compliance support.
	
Access to exclusive local authority opportunities.
	
£200 Refer a Friend bonus.
	
Ongoing support throughout your assignment.

If you're passionate about improving outcomes for children and families and are looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact We Do Social Work for a confidential discussion

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