Family Practitioner Location: Staffordshire Are you passionate about supporting children, young people, and families to achieve positive outcomes? We are currently recruiting for Family Practitioners to join Staffordshire County Council’s Children’s Services team. The Role As a Family Practitioner, you will work directly with children, young people, and their families using a restorative approach. You will provide both high support and high challenge to help families remain together, stabilise placements, and build stronger, safer futures. You will: Act as a key worker for children and families, completing early help assessments and plans. Work collaboratively with social workers to support children in need, on protection plans, and in care. Facilitate family meetings, events, and group work. Deliver interventions on key issues such as behaviour management, attachment, loss, grief, and criminal exploitation. Support parenting assessments, crisis prevention, mediation, and conflict resolution. Be available flexibly, including evenings and weekends, to provide timely support when families need it most. About You We are looking for individuals with: A minimum of NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in working with children and families. Experience of direct work with children, families, and carers in a statutory or voluntary setting. Knowledge of child development, safeguarding, and the impact of trauma on children and young people. Strong communication, relationship-building, and conflict resolution skills. Confidence in using IT systems and maintaining accurate records. A restorative and strengths-based approach to supporting families. A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential car user post). Why Join Us? You will be part of a dedicated team working to improve the lives of children and families across Staffordshire. We value ambition, courage, and empowerment—both for the communities we serve and for our staff. Apply Now If you are ready to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you. ? To apply, please send your CV to john.deane@servicecare.org.uk ? Referral Bonus: If you know someone who would be perfect for this role, refer them! If they are successful, you can receive a £250 referral bonus .