Role: Family Support Practitioner Salary: £25,000 per annum Location: Acle, Norfolk Contract/Hours: Fixed Term Contract - Until 31 st June 2026 - Full time 37 hours per week. Interviews: to be held on the 5 th and 12 th of May 2025 Benefits: 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. Vulnerable children in the UK need your help. Wherever you work in the Action for Children family, you'll be helping to change the lives of the most vulnerable children in the UK. Last year, we helped more than 688,000 children and families across the UK. From direct work in communities to national campaigning, we are focused on making sure every child has a safe and happy childhood, and the foundations they need to thrive. Why Action for Children? Working here is more than a job. Everyone in the Action for Children family is passionate about protecting and supporting children. It's the sense of purpose that drives us every single day. Because we know that, when we work together, we can make a huge difference to bring lasting improvements to vulnerable children's lives. A bit about the role. The Norfolk Early Childhood and Family Service (ECFS) Plays a crucial role in supporting children aged zero to five years and their families. The service is designed to provide targeted interventions and parenting programmes that cater to the unique needs of each family. The professionals in this role work closely with the families ensuring that interventions are tailored and effective. One of the key aspects of the ECFS is its partnership with families and other organisations. This collaborative approach allows for a comprehensive support system that addresses various challenges families may face. The service offers sessions that cover a wide range of topics, including parenting strategies, mental health improvement, and child safety. By focusing on these areas, ECFS aims to empower parents and caregivers, equipping them with the tools and knowledge necessary to foster an nurturing environment for their children. How you'll help to create brighter futures As Family Support Practitioner you will be part of a supportive and dedicated team with opportunities for development. You will make a difference by: Providing direct family support at home 1:1. Organising and running one to one and group-based parenting programmes using evidence-based approaches Attending and participating at relevant multi-agency meetings and providing a lead role when required Using a strengths-based approach to working with families. Taking an outcome focused approach for children and families. Let's talk about you We are looking for an energetic and dynamic forward thinking family support practitioner, confident in leading and bringing fresh ideas and inspiration to the role. You will find the full job description attached but the 'must-haves' are: NVQ level 3 or equivalent in Early Years or relevant study area. Experience of working directly with children and families, either individually or in a group setting. Excellent verbal and non-verbal communication. The ability to maintain written records to a high standard. The ability to coordinate referral, assessment, and support. Confidence in IT systems. Experience of delivering a parenting programme (desirable). Access to a suitable method of transport to travel to various settings to carry out your role (essential). Good to know Application Process Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. There are five sections to complete: Personal Details, CV, Supporting Statement & Information, Equality & Diversity, Submission & Declaration. Talent Pool We know talent when we see it. But sometimes we find the right person but not for the right job. We'd love to keep your details for when the right job comes up. Let us know if you'd rather we didn't. We look forward to receiving your application