Family Practitioner

As a Family Practitioner working in the Willow Team, you'll play a vital role in supporting children to achieve positive and lasting change. You'll work in our multi-agency specialist child exploitation team operating across Hampshire working directly with children identified at risk of one or more elements of Missing, Exploitation and Trafficking (MET). You'll work closely with partner agencies such as health, police and the youth justice service to target and reduce risks in the local community. What you'll do

• Work directly with children to provide one-to-one mentoring and support.
• Build positive relationships and work collaboratively with professionals.
• Manage a caseload and maintain accurate case records.
• Contribute to the wider Willow plan focused on tackling MET.
  
  Knowledge of child exploitation.
• Experience supporting children, young people, and families.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Skilled in mediation and managing challenging situations.
• Ability to produce clear reports and use IT systems confidently.
• Flexible, adaptable, and committed to inclusive practice.
  
  Join a supportive team that values collaboration and professional development.
• Flexible working options, including a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.
• Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• Competitive benefits package, including generous annual leave, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date. Important: You must already have the right to work in the UK. We are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Other job titles you may be searching for: Family Support Worker, Family Support Practitioner, Children's Services Practitioner, Early Help Practitioner, Family Intervention Worker, Case Worker.