Job Description

Salary: £20,811.38 pro rata

Hours of work: 26 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

A bit about us:

Welcome to Spurgeons Wiltshire Family Hub, where families come first. We're dedicated to supporting families and young people from early years to young adulthood. Our comprehensive services include personalised one-on-one support, dynamic parenting advice and groups, assistance with accessing vital statutory and community services. We also have a digital family hub available 24/7. What sets us apart is our amazing team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about making a difference. We provide compassionate guidance, while connecting families with essential resources, and champion their well-being. Together, we're building stronger, more resilient communities, one family at a time.

All about the role:

This is a part-time role working 26 hours per week. The successful candidate will be required to work Wednesdays, 9.00am to 5.00pm, plus two additional full days, 9.00am to 5.00pm. Whilst Wednesday is a fixed working day, we can offer some flexibility regarding the other two full working days and the allocation of the remaining hours.

Please note that candidates who have previously applied for this position do not need to reapply, as their application has already been considered.

This is a home‑based role with daily travel around South Wiltshire. Travel across the whole of the South Wiltshire area is required to meet families in their homes, schools, and community venues.

Provide one-to-one and group support that strengthens families and builds resilience.
Carry a manageable caseload, offering tailored interventions that create lasting impact.
Work in partnership with schools, health professionals, and community services to get families the right help at the right time.
Champion the voice of families, advocating for their needs and removing barriers to support.
Use your safeguarding knowledge and solution-focused approach to keep children and young people safe and thriving.
Contribute to innovative Family Hub services across Wiltshire, helping to shape stronger communities.

About you:

Hold a Level 3 or above qualification in social work, family studies, youth and community work, psychology, or a related field.
Bring experience of supporting children, young people and families, including case management and tailored support planning.
Have strong knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and early intervention practices.
Communicate with confidence and compassion, building trust with families and professionals alike.

Organise and prioritise a busy caseload, keeping accurate records and delivering positive outcomes.
Work collaboratively with schools, health services, and community partners to coordinate support.
Be adaptable, empathetic, and resilient, with a genuine commitment to empowering families.
Able to travel independently and reliably across the South Wiltshire area to meet the demands of the role.

Find out more and apply:

For more information and to apply, please visit Spurgeon's website: Family Hub Practitioner - 2639 - South Wiltshire

Closing date (and time): 23/08/2026

Interview date: TBC

Commencement date: TBC

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people we serve. This post is subject to necessary safeguarding checks including an appropriate level DBS Disclosure.

Spurgeons is a Living Wage Employer.

We actively encourage applications from a broad and deep range of backgrounds and experiences. We are a Disability Confident Employer.

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