Family Support Practitioner
Quick answer
Action for Children is hiring a Family Support Practitioner in Aberdeen, Scotland, for a 37-hour full-time fixed-term contract until March 31, 2028, paying £26,006 per annum.
- Role
- Family Support Practitioner
- Organization
- Action for Children
- Location
- Aberdeen, Scotland
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- £26,006 per annum
- Category
- Programs & Operations
- Apply by
- 2026-11-05
The role
The Family Support Practitioner will be part of a multi-disciplinary team that works for a period of up to 12 months with families to support and enable positive change and to improve outcomes.
What you'll do
- Effectively assessing the needs of families and responding to them
- Working collaboratively with families to achieve positive outcomes
- Listening to children, young people and families' concerns
- Working in an integrated way as part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team
What it takes
- SVQ 3 in social care or equivalent
- Experience of working with vulnerable families and the issues and barriers they face
- Knowledge and awareness of methods of assessment and interventions
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally, in writing and through presentations
- Experience of developing multidisciplinary support plans
- Experience of working with children, young people, their families, and carers to promote and ensure safeguarding and the welfare of the child / young person
What you'll bring
How we treat you
29 days annual leave PLUS bank holidays, with up to 5 additional days for continuous service and option to buy or sell leave; Gain professional qualifications and excellent training/development opportunities; Flexible maternity, adoption, and paternity packages; Pension with up to 7% employer contribution with included life assurance cover; Staff discount portal and Blue Light Card eligibility with 15,000 national retailers discounts.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Aberdeen, Scotland.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is £26,006 per annum.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include SVQ 3 in social care or equivalent, experience of working with vulnerable families, knowledge of assessment and interventions, and experience in developing multidisciplinary support plans.
How do I apply?
Applications should be submitted through the recruitment service email at [email protected], quoting reference 13866. Interviews will be held on Thursday, November 5th.
Is the job remote?
The job is not remote; it is based in Aberdeen, Scotland.
How to apply
Apply directly on Action for Children's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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