Lead Family Help Practitioner: Transform Care for Children

Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea; City of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in London seeks a Family Help Principal Practitioner to lead a dedicated team providing support for children with disabilities. This full-time role involves operational oversight, managing complex cases, and building partnerships to ensure high-quality, compassionate care. The successful candidate will have significant experience and a strong understanding of safeguarding processes. Join a supportive service recognized for outstanding practice.

Benefits

Annual salary increases

Cost of living pay rises

Supportive work culture

Qualifications

• Significant experience working with children with disabilities and their families.
• Deep working knowledge of safeguarding processes.
• Experience in systemic family work with a relational approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in supervising or mentoring staff; Level 5 qualification desired.
• Expertise in areas like Portage, inclusion, or transitions.
• Flexible, solutions-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small team of Family Help Practitioners.
• Provide operational oversight and professional supervision.
• Champion practice development and utilize specialist expertise.
• Manage complex cases and conduct home visits.
• Build partnerships with various agencies for coordinated support.
• Resolve complex situations with a strengths-based approach.
• Collaborate with the Children with Disabilities Manager.

Job description

A local authority in London seeks a Family Help Principal Practitioner to lead a dedicated team providing support for children with disabilities. This full-time role involves operational oversight, managing complex cases, and building partnerships to ensure high-quality, compassionate care. The successful candidate will have significant experience and a strong understanding of safeguarding processes. Join a supportive service recognized for outstanding practice.