Family and Relationships Practitioner (Children's Specialist)
Quick answer
The Forward Trust is hiring a Family and Relationships Practitioner (Children's Specialist) in East Riding of Yorkshire, UK, for a full-time, permanent position paying £26,000 per year.
- Role
- Family and Relationships Practitioner (Children's Specialist)
- Organization
- The Forward Trust
- Location
- East Riding of Yorkshire, UK
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- £26,000 per year
- Category
- Other
The role
Family and Relationships Practitioner (Children's Specialist) role at The Forward Trust in East Riding of Yorkshire, supporting children during prison visits.
What you'll do
- Creating a safe, warm and welcoming play environment for children visiting their family members at HMP Millsike.
- Providing age-appropriate play activities that encourage children’s creativity, confidence, emotional expression and social development.
- Supporting children to feel comfortable and settled during prison visits, helping to reduce anxiety and emotional distress.
- Facilitating positive interactions between children and their loved ones, helping to strengthen family relationships and maintain meaningful connections.
- Ensuring play activities are inclusive, accessible and responsive to children’s individual needs, ages and abilities.
- Offering compassionate, child-centred support to children who may be experiencing a range of emotions before, during or after visits.
What it takes
- passion for supporting children and promoting their emotional wellbeing
- compassionate, patient and empathetic approach
- ability to create a welcoming, engaging and supportive environment
- understanding of the importance of play in children’s emotional, social and developmental wellbeing
- strong communication and interpersonal skills
- inclusive approach that recognises and respects children’s individual circumstances, backgrounds and experiences
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in East Riding of Yorkshire, UK, and is an on-site position.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is £26,000 per year.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a passion for supporting children, a compassionate and empathetic approach, strong communication skills, and an understanding of the importance of play in children’s emotional and social development.
How do I apply?
To apply, please click on the 'apply' link and follow the instructions to complete your application on the Forward Trust's website.
Is the job remote?
The job is not remote and is an on-site position.
How to apply
Apply directly on The Forward Trust's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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