Overview
Family Group Conferencing (FGC) Coordinator – Bradford. Salary: £15.66 per hour (Umbrella). Contract: Temporary (3 months). Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week (09:00 – 17:00). Client: Children’s Services - Safeguarding, Review, Commissioning & Provider Services.
Responsibilities
* Plan, coordinate, facilitate, and review Family Group Conferences, ensuring inclusivity and safety for families from diverse backgrounds.
* Conduct referral discussions and maintain accurate records for families and partner professionals.
* Convene FGCs, mediation sessions, and restorative meetings to empower families in decision-making.
* Provide training, advice, and ongoing support to partner professionals facilitating Family Network Meetings.
* Monitor, evaluate, and improve the effectiveness of FGC practice.
* Ensure children and young people participate in their own plans and decisions.
* Engage in professional supervision, appraisal, and ongoing training.
* Support students, apprentices, and volunteers within the service.
* Manage petty cash, procurement cards, and other resources responsibly.
Experience & Knowledge
* Minimum 2 years' recent experience working directly with children, young people, and families in a multi-disciplinary team.
* Experience convening FGCs, mediation, restorative meetings, and/or chairing family-based meetings.
* Strong understanding of safeguarding, child development, and risk assessment.
* Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and local procedures in children’s services.
* Familiarity with IT systems and ability to manage accurate records and reports.
Skills & Competencies
* Effective verbal and written communication, including handling sensitive and confidential information.
* Ability to build trust, empathy, and positive relationships with children, families, and professionals.
* Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
* Capacity to manage workload independently and work effectively in family homes and community settings.
* Commitment to equality, diversity, and anti-discriminatory practice.
* Resilience and ability to manage challenging situations.
Qualifications
* Relevant Level 3 qualification (e.g., in social care, youth work, childcare, or related field).
* Evidence of ongoing professional development.
* FGC accreditation (or willingness to complete within 12 months of appointment).
Other Requirements
* Enhanced DBS check required.
* Ability to travel – valid driving licence and access to a car (or use public transport as directed).
* Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to meet service needs.
* Must comply with council policies, codes of practice, and safeguarding procedures.
If you would like more information about the role, please contact Service Care Solutions for details.
Referral bonus: £250 for referring a candidate who is placed and completes probation.
To apply or refer someone else, please contact the Service Care Solutions team referencing this role.
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