At a Glance
- Tasks: Support families with tailored interventions and community activities to improve child development.
- Company: Join a dedicated team at Holly Trees Family Hub in Redditch.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Opportunity for personal growth and making a positive impact in the community.
- Why this job: Empower families and children to thrive while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Experience with children and families, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach.
The predicted salary is between 15.31 - 15.31 £ per hour.
£15.31 per hour PAYE
22.5 hours per week (Monday, Tuesday & Friday 7.5 hours per day)
3-Month Temporary Assignment (Potential Extension)
Enhanced DBS (Children & Adults) on the Update Service Required
Full UK Driving Licence and Access to a Vehicle Essential
Are you passionate about supporting children, young people, and families to achieve positive outcomes? We are recruiting for a Family Hub Practitioner to join a dedicated team based at Holly Trees Family Hub in Redditch. This is a rewarding opportunity to work directly with families, helping parents build confidence, supporting child development, and improving outcomes for children and young people aged 0-19, with a particular focus on early years and children under five.
The Role
- Provide practical, tailored support to families through one-to-one interventions, home visits, group sessions, and community-based activities.
- Work closely with partner agencies to ensure families receive the right support at the right time.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver one-to-one family support, including home visits and community-based interventions.
- Facilitate parenting programmes, workshops, drop-in sessions, and group activities.
- Support families facing challenges relating to child development, behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and school readiness.
- Build positive relationships with parents, carers, and children to promote confidence and resilience.
- Engage vulnerable and hard-to-reach families, including those known to social care, teenage parents, care leavers, and families living in areas of high need.
- Work collaboratively with schools, health professionals, social care teams, and community organisations.
- Complete assessments, maintain accurate case records, and monitor outcomes.
- Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed at all times.
- Contribute to creating a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive Family Hub environment.
About You
- Experience working with children, young people, and families in a support, outreach, education, social care, or community setting.
- Knowledge of child development, parenting support, and family wellbeing.
- Experience delivering group sessions, workshops, or parenting programmes.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- A good understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
- Experience working with vulnerable families and multi-agency teams.
- Excellent organisational and record-keeping skills.
- A proactive, compassionate, and flexible approach.
Essential Requirements
- Enhanced DBS (Children & Adults) registered on the Update Service.
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
- Ability to work onsite across Family Hub and council locations within the Redditch area.
Why Apply?
This is an opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of local children and families. You will join a supportive team committed to improving outcomes, reducing inequalities, and helping families thrive within their communities.
To apply, please submit your CV today.
Family Hub Practitioner in Redditch employer: Lynx Employment Services
Join a dedicated team at Holly Trees Family Hub in Redditch, where you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families. Our supportive work culture fosters collaboration and professional growth, ensuring that you are equipped to deliver tailored support and interventions. With a focus on community engagement and a commitment to reducing inequalities, this role offers a rewarding experience in a welcoming environment that values your contributions.
