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Family Practitioner

Hampshire County Council, Andover, Hampshire

Family Practitioner

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Hampshire County Council, Andover, Hampshire

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 1 week ago, 23 Sep | Get your application in now before you're too late!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

Job ref: 42577db068164e25b3abf907d2b3a270

Location ref: Andover, Hampshire

Full Job Description

As a Family Practitioner, you'll play a vital role in supporting children and families to achieve positive and lasting change. You'll manage a varied caseload, delivering tailored interventions that respond to each family's unique circumstances. Working closely with Social Workers and other professionals, you'll contribute to assessments and help develop family plans that put children's needs at the heart of decision-making. You'll join a dedicated team using the strengths-based Hampshire Approach to empower families and keep more children safely at home. Through practical support, relationship-building, and solution-focused interventions, you'll help families build on their strengths and overcome challenges, making a real difference to their lives. What you'll do:

  • Work directly with children, parents, and carers to provide practical and emotional support.
  • Arrange resources and help families access services such as transport, care, and housing.
  • Build positive relationships and work collaboratively with professionals.
  • Use mediation and negotiation skills to improve family relationships.
  • Undertake assessments and Children in Need visits alongside Social Workers.
  • Prepare clear reports and maintain accurate records.

    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.

Direct job link

https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/family-practitioner-127445123

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