Family Support Practitioner - Rye (Family Support Work)
Job introduction
Salary: £25,000 to £30,000 per annum pro rata
Contract type: Fixed term (18 months initially)
Working pattern: Part-time
Closing date: Monday 1 March 2021
See website for more information www.familysupportwork.org.uk
Contact Spencer@familysupportwork.org.uk for an application pack 01273 832963
About the role
This an exciting opportunity for enthusiastic individuals to join one of the oldest Children’s Charities in Sussex. As a Practitioner, you will work with a wide range of families and children referrals are received from a broad spectrum of schools, voluntary and statutory agencies.
Key responsibilities include: identifying and managing own caseload, developing bespoke support services for each family, promotion and co-ordination of our service in the relevant area, developing support groups, drop ins and term and non –term time activity sessions, providing advice, guidance, support and counselling to families and individuals who are struggling with life. Some of the activities are currently curtailed because of the Covid-19 restrictions.
The successful Practitioner candidates will be CQSW, Dip SW qualified and registered with the relevant social care council or with an equivalent professional qualification and registration. You will also have experience of working with children and families and providing support within a multi-agency setting.
Additional information
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.