VULNERABLE CHILDREN IN THE UK NEED YOUR HELP.

Wherever you work in the Action for Children family, you’ll be helping to change the lives of the most vulnerable children in the UK.
Last year, we helped more than 688,000 children and families across the UK. From direct work in communities to national campaigning, we are focused on making sure every child has a safe and happy childhood, and the foundations they need to thrive.
Why Action for Children?
Working here is more than a job. Everyone in the Action for Children family is passionate about protecting and supporting children. It’s the sense of purpose that drives us every single day. Because we know that, when we work together, we can make a huge difference to bring lasting improvements to vulnerable children’s lives.
A bit about the role.
Norfolk’s Early Childhood and Family Service (ECFS) offers support to children aged 0-5 years old and their families. The support is provided through group sessions, parenting programs and through home visiting. The service works in partnership with families and other key organisations and provides group activity sessions which cover a variety of topics such as parenting, improving mental health and keeping a child safe.
How you’ll help to create brighter futures

As Family Support Practitioner you will be part of a supportive and dedicated team with opportunities for development. You will make a difference by:

• Providing direct family support at home 1:1.
• Organising and running one to one and group-based parenting programmes using evidence-based approaches
• Attending and participating at relevant multi-agency meetings and providing a lead role when required
• Using a strengths-based approach to working with families.
• Taking an outcome focused approach for children and families.

Let’s talk about you

We are looking for an energetic and dynamic forward thinking family support practitioner, confident in leading and bringing fresh ideas and inspiration to the role. You will find the full job description attached but the ‘must-haves’ are:

• NVQ level 3 or equivalent in Early Years or relevant study area.
• Experience of working directly with children and families, either individually or in a group setting.
• Excellent verbal and non-verbal communication.
• The ability to maintain written records to a high standard.
• The ability to coordinate referral, assessment, and support.
• Confidence in IT systems.
• Experience of delivering a parenting programme (desirable).
• Access to a suitable method of transport to travel to various settings to carry out your role (essential).

GOOD TO KNOW

Application Process
Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
There are five sections to complete: Personal Details, CV, Supporting Statement & Information, Equality & Diversity, Submission & Declaration.
We look forward to receiving your applicatio

• NVQ level 3 or equivalent in Early Years or relevant study area.
• Experience of working directly with children and families, either individually or in a group setting.
• Excellent verbal and non-verbal communication.
• The ability to maintain written records to a high standard.
• The ability to coordinate referral, assessment, and support.
• Confidence in IT systems.
• Experience of delivering a parenting programme (desirable).
• Access to a suitable method of transport to travel to various settings to carry out your role (essential)