Family Practitioner - Children and Families
- North Devon, Mid Devon
- Full Time
- £30,518 - £33,699 p.a
We are seeking a full-time Family Practitioner for our Children & Families Service covering North & Mid Devon.
About the Role
Our Family Practitioners are often involved with a variety of statutory interventions with a goal of reducing the need for children to be taken into care.
You will be involved in providing skilled interventions and practical targeted support to families in crisis, offering long-term support where needed. You will be part of a supportive team delivering early and effective services, collaborating with other professionals in a defined geographic area.
About You
As a Family Practitioner you will be skilled at developing strong relationships with families. By providing hands-on help, support, and guidance you will encourage positive and permanent change. You’ll need to be persistent, tenacious and assertive, particularly when working with families who may have previously resisted interventions.
Due to Devon’s rural nature and the size of our localities, candidates should expect to travel between visits, often over long distances. Walking, cycling, or public transport may not be practical, so you’ll need a UK Driving Licence and access to your own reliable transport (subject to reasonable adjustments as per the Equality Act 2010).
Skills & Experience
We are looking for someone who advocates for the children and young people of Devon with a professional and positive approach, in line with statutory obligations. You will champion restorative practices and foster a collaborative culture, promoting reflection and learning within the team.
Key skills and experience include:
- Experience working in social care, particularly in multi-agency and court environments
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to build effective professional relationships with children, families, and colleagues
- Proficiency in IT skills
- Excellent recording and planning abilities
- A valid UK driving licence and access to a car (exceptions may apply under the Equality Act)
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About Us
We are embarking on an exciting and ambitious journey to foster cultural change, continuously embedding restorative practices and relational approaches in our work. We firmly believe that for the majority of children, the family home is the best environment in which to thrive and grow.
We take great pride in our workforce and the positive impact we are making for children and families in Devon. Our social work teams are dedicated to delivering the best possible service, supported by an ambitious and supportive culture.
What’s in it for You?
In return for your vital contribution, we offer an excellent range of employee benefits, including:
- Generous annual leave
- Free onsite parking
- Employee Assistance Program for support when needed, plus a variety of well-being services
- Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance, including remote work options
- Discounts at over 900 national & local retailers through our benefits platform
- Cycle to work scheme
- Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
For an informal friendly discussion about the role, please contact Service Manager, Curtis King (Curtis.King@devon.gov.uk)
Application Deadline: 23/08/2026. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted promptly to arrange interviews.
Please note, this advert may close early if a high number of applications are received, therefore we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
For more information about working for Devon, please visit our Working for Devon page.
Internal Applicants: Please use your iTrent Employee Self Service (ESS) details to apply.
Additional Information
- This role requires a DBS disclosure
- This role requires confident spoken and written communication skills in English
- We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. Please see our Equality and Diversity Website to find out more about how we work towards tackling discrimination, promote equality, and celebrate diversity across Devon.
- The Council supports flexible working arrangements, such as hybrid working, part-time, or compressed hours where able.
- We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
- The personal data we collect from you will be processed in line with our privacy notice.
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