CSW – FAMILY PRACTITIONER (GRADE 6)
Location: Havering, London
Pay Rate: £20.92 per hour (Umbrella)
Contract: 3 Months
Hours: 36 hours per week
Working Pattern: 5 days per week, Monday–Saturday
Working Hours: Flexible between 9:00am and 7:00pm
Programme: Families First Pilot Programme
About the Role
We are currently recruiting for an experienced and dedicated CSW – Family Practitioner (Grade 6) to join the Families First Pilot Programme within Havering.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about supporting vulnerable children and families, helping to maintain positive family relationships during periods of separation.
The successful candidate will provide supervised family time contact sessions, ensuring children remain safe and supported while maintaining and strengthening relationships with their families.
This is a community-based, fully site-based role, working across various Children’s Centres and community venues throughout Havering.
Key Responsibilities
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Deliver supervised family time contact sessions between children and their family members.
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Support vulnerable children and families during periods of separation.
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Promote and encourage positive family connections and relationships.
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Assess risks and identify any safeguarding concerns.
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Follow safeguarding policies, procedures and relevant legislation.
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Ensure children's welfare and safety remain the highest priority.
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Maintain accurate records and contribute to professional reports.
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Attend professional meetings and contribute to discussions regarding children's welfare.
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Support court processes and provide relevant information where required.
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Work collaboratively with colleagues and other professionals involved in supporting families.
Working Locations
The successful candidate will work across various locations in Havering, including:
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Elm Park Children's Centre
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Collier Row Children's Centre
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St Kilda's Children's Centre
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Various community venues across Havering.
Please note: This is a fully office/site-based and community-based position. Working from home or hybrid working is not permitted and is unlikely to change during the initial three-month contract.
Essential Requirements
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Previous experience working with children and families is essential.
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GCSE Grade C (or equivalent) or above in English and Mathematics.
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A relevant practice qualification in childcare, education, health or social care, such as NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
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Good understanding of safeguarding procedures and child protection.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently in challenging situations.
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Ability to demonstrate professionalism, empathy and a child-centred approach.
Desirable Experience
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Previous experience supervising family time contact sessions.
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Experience supporting vulnerable children and families.
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Experience working within children's services or a social care environment.
Additional Information
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36 hours per week, working across 5 days.
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Flexible working arrangements between Monday and Saturday, 9am–7pm.
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Laptop and accessories will be provided.
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Equipment must be collected from Havering Town Hall on the first day of employment.
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Initial contract duration: 3 months.
Why Apply?
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families, helping to protect children's welfare while supporting meaningful family relationships.
Interested?
If you have experience working with children and families, hold the relevant qualifications and are passionate about making a positive difference, we would love to hear from you.
For more information, please contact Shivashni Govender at LinsCare
