A community support organization is looking for a Childrens Services Team Leader in Buckinghamshire. You will lead a team to support children with disabilities, focusing on their social, emotional, and personal care needs. Responsibilities include planning activities, engaging with children in various local settings, and fostering a culture of improvement. Candidates should have experience with children and a relevant Level 3 childcare qualification. The role offers a full-time permanent contract with benefits including annual leave and training opportunities.
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
A community support organization is looking for a Childrens Services Team Leader in Buckinghamshire. You will lead a team to support children with disabilities, focusing on their social, emotional, and personal care needs. Responsibilities include planning activities, engaging with children in various local settings, and fostering a culture of improvement. Candidates should have experience with children and a relevant Level 3 childcare qualification. The role offers a full-time permanent contract with benefits including annual leave and training opportunities.
Role: Childrens Services Team Leader Salary: £29,000 per annum Location: Aylesbury, High Wycombe and surrounding areas in Buckinghamshire. You will be working in different locations so access to own transport is a must. (Mileage will be paid) Contract/Hours: Permanent Full-time - 37 hours per week. Tuesday - Saturday. Typical pattern of work is 9 00 with one shift per week Tuesday or Thursday 13.30 to 21.15 (negotiation of 1 whole weekend off in 5). 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. A bit about the role We're Bucks Activity Project, one of over 400 services in the Action for Children family. We are passionate about providing community short breaks to children with disabilities and additional needs for children aged 0 19. Our aim is to give every child customised opportunity to have fun, build skills and promote independence at their pace, underpinned by a welcoming, responsive, and skilled administrative team that supports our staff, families, and partners. How you'll help to create brighter futures You will be leading and working inside a team supporting children and young people to reach their potential by focusing on meeting social, emotional, health and personal care needs for all our service users, acknowledging individual interests and needs. You will be leading and planning activities for children to access a wide range of activities to meet their individual needs and interests including arts and crafts, sensory play, cooking, team games, outdoor play, and enhancing life skills and for our youngest children following Early Years Foundation Stage. You will love to have fun, engage, and interact with children and young people that take part in activities in the local community such as climbing, water sports, go karting and visits to local farms and parks. You will also be recording outcomes for children and supporting colleagues. We are looking for people who will take responsibility for the safety, care, and engagement of children, instilling a culture of continuous improvement through dialogue with the young people, parents, and professional colleagues to ensure each child is supported to achieve the best outcomes. Let's talk about you. You will be able to demonstrate experience in working with children and have knowledge of disabilities, alongside excellent communication, interpersonal skills and leadership qualities. You will also need to hold a relevant Level 3 Early Years childcare qualification, a relevant qualification to meet the OFSTED Early Years registration criteria, or be willing to study for one funded by us. We're keen to recruit individuals with the right values and behaviours who can ensure our workplace values are at the heart of everything we do. You will need to be able to drive and have your own vehicle due to the travelling around the Bucks area. 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. Contact: Sarah Manderfield or email us at quoting reference 12660 Diversity, equality, and inclusion At Action for Children, we're dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We actively encourage applications from Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates as they are under-represented within Action for Children. We want to take deliberate and purposeful action to ensure equal opportunity to all groups in society and for Don't meet every single requirement? If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description, we'd love you to apply anyway. You might just be the perfect person for this role, or another role within the Action for Children family. Want to know more about us? Find us on LinkedIn, Facebook or YouTube to get to know us better.
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Role: Childrens Services Team Leader Salary: £29,000 per annum Location: Aylesbury, High Wycombe and surrounding areas in Buckinghamshire. You will be working in different locations so access to own transport is a must. (Mileage will be paid) Contract/Hours: Permanent Full-time - 37 hours per week. Tuesday - Saturday. Typical pattern of work is 9 00 with one shift per week Tuesday or Thursday 13.30 to 21.15 (negotiation of 1 whole weekend off in 5). 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. A bit about the role We're Bucks Activity Project, one of over 400 services in the Action for Children family. We are passionate about providing community short breaks to children with disabilities and additional needs for children aged 0 19. Our aim is to give every child customised opportunity to have fun, build skills and promote independence at their pace, underpinned by a welcoming, responsive, and skilled administrative team that supports our staff, families, and partners. How you'll help to create brighter futures You will be leading and working inside a team supporting children and young people to reach their potential by focusing on meeting social, emotional, health and personal care needs for all our service users, acknowledging individual interests and needs. You will be leading and planning activities for children to access a wide range of activities to meet their individual needs and interests including arts and crafts, sensory play, cooking, team games, outdoor play, and enhancing life skills and for our youngest children following Early Years Foundation Stage. You will love to have fun, engage, and interact with children and young people that take part in activities in the local community such as climbing, water sports, go karting and visits to local farms and parks. You will also be recording outcomes for children and supporting colleagues. We are looking for people who will take responsibility for the safety, care, and engagement of children, instilling a culture of continuous improvement through dialogue with the young people, parents, and professional colleagues to ensure each child is supported to achieve the best outcomes. Let's talk about you. You will be able to demonstrate experience in working with children and have knowledge of disabilities, alongside excellent communication, interpersonal skills and leadership qualities. You will also need to hold a relevant Level 3 Early Years childcare qualification, a relevant qualification to meet the OFSTED Early Years registration criteria, or be willing to study for one funded by us. We're keen to recruit individuals with the right values and behaviours who can ensure our workplace values are at the heart of everything we do. You will need to be able to drive and have your own vehicle due to the travelling around the Bucks area. 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. Contact: Sarah Manderfield or email us at quoting reference 12660 Diversity, equality, and inclusion At Action for Children, we're dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We actively encourage applications from Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates as they are under-represented within Action for Children. We want to take deliberate and purposeful action to ensure equal opportunity to all groups in society and for Don't meet every single requirement? If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description, we'd love you to apply anyway. You might just be the perfect person for this role, or another role within the Action for Children family. Want to know more about us? Find us on LinkedIn, Facebook or YouTube to get to know us better.
Service Co-ordinator Salary: £35,000 per annum. Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland. Contract/Hours: Permanent, 37 hours per week. 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 discounts 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 687,000 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 NI Regional Young Carers Service is a long-established project providing vital support to young carers aged 8-18 years and their families across the Belfast, southeastern, and southern Trust areas. Each year we work with over 300 young carers, offering one to one support, group activities, and programmes designed to improve wellbeing and strengthen family resilience. We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Service Coordinator who understands the unique challenges faced by young carers in Northern Ireland. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a dedicated team of practitioners, ensuring the delivery of a high quality, impactful service to the young people and families we support. How you'll help to create brighter futures By providing a high-quality service to children on a assessment of need and outcomes. By being responsible for the delivery of quality services, including operational and strategic planning and deployment of resources and to work with commissioners and other external bodies. By providing direct and line management of staff, applying appropriate policies and procedures, also sharing knowledge and experience through coaching and mentoring techniques. By delivering a safe and positive work and service environment through compliance with all safeguarding, safer recruitment, health and safety policy and procedure. Let's talk about you Ideally you will have: Social Work degree is a pre requisite for this role. Proven experience of managing services for children and young people. Sound knowledge of Safeguarding Children and Young People. Experience of supervising staff. Strong relationship building skills with partners. Access to a car and full driving licence is necessary for this role. Contact Contact: quoting reference 12939. Closing date Closing date: Thursday 16th April 2026. Interviews will be conducted week commencing 20th April 2026 face to face. 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. To be eligible for this position you must complete an Access Ni Enhanced Disclosure. Having a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position. A copy of the Access Ni Code of Practice can be found here. Policies on Recruitment of Ex-Offenders & Access Ni Disclosure Handing Policy are also available on demand. Diversity, equality and inclusion At Action for Children, we're dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We actively encourage applications from Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic and disabled candidates as they are under represented within Action for Children. We want to take deliberate and purposeful action to ensure equal opportunity to all groups in society and for Action for Children. Male staff are under represented within our Children Service roles. We would like to encourage more male applicants for our Children Service roles. Don't meet every single requirement? If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description, we'd love you to apply anyway. You might just be the perfect person for this role, or another role within the Action for Children family. Want to know more about Action for Children? Find us on Linkedin, Facebook or YouTube to get to know us better. Job Description See below for further information about working with us: Action for Children Employee Benefits AfC Commitment Statement Action for Children Northern Ireland Booklet
Apr 17, 2026
Full time
Service Co-ordinator Salary: £35,000 per annum. Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland. Contract/Hours: Permanent, 37 hours per week. 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 discounts 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 687,000 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 NI Regional Young Carers Service is a long-established project providing vital support to young carers aged 8-18 years and their families across the Belfast, southeastern, and southern Trust areas. Each year we work with over 300 young carers, offering one to one support, group activities, and programmes designed to improve wellbeing and strengthen family resilience. We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Service Coordinator who understands the unique challenges faced by young carers in Northern Ireland. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a dedicated team of practitioners, ensuring the delivery of a high quality, impactful service to the young people and families we support. How you'll help to create brighter futures By providing a high-quality service to children on a assessment of need and outcomes. By being responsible for the delivery of quality services, including operational and strategic planning and deployment of resources and to work with commissioners and other external bodies. By providing direct and line management of staff, applying appropriate policies and procedures, also sharing knowledge and experience through coaching and mentoring techniques. By delivering a safe and positive work and service environment through compliance with all safeguarding, safer recruitment, health and safety policy and procedure. Let's talk about you Ideally you will have: Social Work degree is a pre requisite for this role. Proven experience of managing services for children and young people. Sound knowledge of Safeguarding Children and Young People. Experience of supervising staff. Strong relationship building skills with partners. Access to a car and full driving licence is necessary for this role. Contact Contact: quoting reference 12939. Closing date Closing date: Thursday 16th April 2026. Interviews will be conducted week commencing 20th April 2026 face to face. 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. To be eligible for this position you must complete an Access Ni Enhanced Disclosure. Having a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position. A copy of the Access Ni Code of Practice can be found here. Policies on Recruitment of Ex-Offenders & Access Ni Disclosure Handing Policy are also available on demand. Diversity, equality and inclusion At Action for Children, we're dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We actively encourage applications from Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic and disabled candidates as they are under represented within Action for Children. We want to take deliberate and purposeful action to ensure equal opportunity to all groups in society and for Action for Children. Male staff are under represented within our Children Service roles. We would like to encourage more male applicants for our Children Service roles. Don't meet every single requirement? If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description, we'd love you to apply anyway. You might just be the perfect person for this role, or another role within the Action for Children family. Want to know more about Action for Children? Find us on Linkedin, Facebook or YouTube to get to know us better. Job Description See below for further information about working with us: Action for Children Employee Benefits AfC Commitment Statement Action for Children Northern Ireland Booklet
Family Support Practitioner Salary: £26,006.84 per annum. Location: Downpatrick, Northern Ireland. Contract/Hours: Fixed Term Contract until 31st March 2027 / Full Time - 37 hours per week. Benefits: 29 days annual leave PLUS bank holidays pro rata, 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 discounts 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 687,000 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 Join our team and make a difference in the lives of children and families in Downpatrick. Downpatrick Family Support Project provides early intervention services for children, young people, and their families. We offer a wide range of family supports for parents and children aged 0-18 years, helping to strengthen family relationships, promote wellbeing, and build resilience. The project offers Individual and group work for parents and children, support can be delivered both at home or in school. How you'll help to create brighter futures Work directly with families to provide regular, practical, and emotional support. Promote and enhance the social and emotional development of children. Identify needs at an early stage and ensure the provision of timely, appropriate support. Support families with issues such as family breakdown and challenging behaviours. Contribute to positive outcomes for children, young people, and the wider family unit. Let's talk about you Ideally you will have: Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 3 or above or equivalent/related health, counselling, or social care qualification. Experience of direct work/engagement with children and families. Good report writing skills. Good working knowledge of safeguarding. Excellent communication skills. Excellent IT skills including use of Microsoft (Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint). Registration or the willingness to register with NISCC. Full UK Driving Licence is required as there is travel involved in this role. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about improving the lives of children and families and who wants to be part of a small supportive, dedicated team. Contact: quoting reference 12937. Closing Date: Thursday 16th April 2026. Please note: Interviews are planned to be held week commencing 20th April 2026. 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. Diversity, equality, and inclusion At Action for Children, we're dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We actively encourage applications from Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic and disabled candidates as they are under-represented within Action for Children. We want to take deliberate and purposeful action to ensure equal opportunity to all groups in society and for Action for Children. Male staff are under-represented within our Children Service roles. We would like to encourage more male applicants for our Children Service roles. Don't meet every single requirement? If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description, we'd love you to apply anyway. You might just be the perfect person for this role, or another role within the Action for Children family. Want to know more about Action for Children? Find us on Linkedin, Facebook or YouTube to get to know us better. Job Description Action for Children Employee Benefits AfC Commitment Statement Action for Children Northern Ireland Booklet
Apr 07, 2026
Full time
Family Support Practitioner Salary: £26,006.84 per annum. Location: Downpatrick, Northern Ireland. Contract/Hours: Fixed Term Contract until 31st March 2027 / Full Time - 37 hours per week. Benefits: 29 days annual leave PLUS bank holidays pro rata, 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 discounts 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 687,000 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 Join our team and make a difference in the lives of children and families in Downpatrick. Downpatrick Family Support Project provides early intervention services for children, young people, and their families. We offer a wide range of family supports for parents and children aged 0-18 years, helping to strengthen family relationships, promote wellbeing, and build resilience. The project offers Individual and group work for parents and children, support can be delivered both at home or in school. How you'll help to create brighter futures Work directly with families to provide regular, practical, and emotional support. Promote and enhance the social and emotional development of children. Identify needs at an early stage and ensure the provision of timely, appropriate support. Support families with issues such as family breakdown and challenging behaviours. Contribute to positive outcomes for children, young people, and the wider family unit. Let's talk about you Ideally you will have: Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 3 or above or equivalent/related health, counselling, or social care qualification. Experience of direct work/engagement with children and families. Good report writing skills. Good working knowledge of safeguarding. Excellent communication skills. Excellent IT skills including use of Microsoft (Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint). Registration or the willingness to register with NISCC. Full UK Driving Licence is required as there is travel involved in this role. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about improving the lives of children and families and who wants to be part of a small supportive, dedicated team. Contact: quoting reference 12937. Closing Date: Thursday 16th April 2026. Please note: Interviews are planned to be held week commencing 20th April 2026. 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. Diversity, equality, and inclusion At Action for Children, we're dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We actively encourage applications from Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic and disabled candidates as they are under-represented within Action for Children. We want to take deliberate and purposeful action to ensure equal opportunity to all groups in society and for Action for Children. Male staff are under-represented within our Children Service roles. We would like to encourage more male applicants for our Children Service roles. Don't meet every single requirement? If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description, we'd love you to apply anyway. You might just be the perfect person for this role, or another role within the Action for Children family. Want to know more about Action for Children? Find us on Linkedin, Facebook or YouTube to get to know us better. Job Description Action for Children Employee Benefits AfC Commitment Statement Action for Children Northern Ireland Booklet
Family Support Practitioner Salary: £26,006.84 per annum. Location: Downpatrick, Northern Ireland. Contract/Hours: Fixed Term Contract until 31st March 2027 / Full Time - 37 hours per week. Benefits: 29 days annual leave PLUS bank holidays pro rata, 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 discounts 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 687,000 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 Join our team and make a difference in the lives of children and families in Downpatrick. Downpatrick Family Support Project provides early intervention services for children, young people, and their families. We offer a wide range of family supports for parents and children aged 0-18 years, helping to strengthen family relationships, promote wellbeing, and build resilience. The project offers Individual and group work for parents and children, support can be delivered both at home or in school. How you'll help to create brighter futures Work directly with families to provide regular, practical, and emotional support. Promote and enhance the social and emotional development of children. Identify needs at an early stage and ensure the provision of timely, appropriate support. Support families with issues such as family breakdown and challenging behaviours. Contribute to positive outcomes for children, young people, and the wider family unit. Let's talk about you Ideally you will have: Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 3 or above or equivalent/related health, counselling, or social care qualification. Experience of direct work/engagement with children and families. Good report writing skills. Good working knowledge of safeguarding. Excellent communication skills. Excellent IT skills including use of Microsoft (Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint). Registration or the willingness to register with NISCC. Full UK Driving Licence is required as there is travel involved in this role. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about improving the lives of children and families and who wants to be part of a small supportive, dedicated team. Contact: quoting reference 12937. Closing Date: Thursday 16th April 2026. Please note: Interviews are planned to be held week commencing 20th April 2026. 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. Diversity, equality, and inclusion At Action for Children, we're dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We actively encourage applications from Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic and disabled candidates as they are under-represented within Action for Children. We want to take deliberate and purposeful action to ensure equal opportunity to all groups in society and for Action for Children. Male staff are under-represented within our Children Service roles. We would like to encourage more male applicants for our Children Service roles. Don't meet every single requirement? If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description, we'd love you to apply anyway. You might just be the perfect person for this role, or another role within the Action for Children family. Want to know more about Action for Children? Find us on Linkedin, Facebook or YouTube to get to know us better. Job Description Action for Children Employee Benefits AfC Commitment Statement Action for Children Northern Ireland Booklet
Apr 07, 2026
Full time
Family Support Practitioner Salary: £26,006.84 per annum. Location: Downpatrick, Northern Ireland. Contract/Hours: Fixed Term Contract until 31st March 2027 / Full Time - 37 hours per week. Benefits: 29 days annual leave PLUS bank holidays pro rata, 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 discounts 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 687,000 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 Join our team and make a difference in the lives of children and families in Downpatrick. Downpatrick Family Support Project provides early intervention services for children, young people, and their families. We offer a wide range of family supports for parents and children aged 0-18 years, helping to strengthen family relationships, promote wellbeing, and build resilience. The project offers Individual and group work for parents and children, support can be delivered both at home or in school. How you'll help to create brighter futures Work directly with families to provide regular, practical, and emotional support. Promote and enhance the social and emotional development of children. Identify needs at an early stage and ensure the provision of timely, appropriate support. Support families with issues such as family breakdown and challenging behaviours. Contribute to positive outcomes for children, young people, and the wider family unit. Let's talk about you Ideally you will have: Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 3 or above or equivalent/related health, counselling, or social care qualification. Experience of direct work/engagement with children and families. Good report writing skills. Good working knowledge of safeguarding. Excellent communication skills. Excellent IT skills including use of Microsoft (Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint). Registration or the willingness to register with NISCC. Full UK Driving Licence is required as there is travel involved in this role. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about improving the lives of children and families and who wants to be part of a small supportive, dedicated team. Contact: quoting reference 12937. Closing Date: Thursday 16th April 2026. Please note: Interviews are planned to be held week commencing 20th April 2026. 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. Diversity, equality, and inclusion At Action for Children, we're dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We actively encourage applications from Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic and disabled candidates as they are under-represented within Action for Children. We want to take deliberate and purposeful action to ensure equal opportunity to all groups in society and for Action for Children. Male staff are under-represented within our Children Service roles. We would like to encourage more male applicants for our Children Service roles. Don't meet every single requirement? If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description, we'd love you to apply anyway. You might just be the perfect person for this role, or another role within the Action for Children family. Want to know more about Action for Children? Find us on Linkedin, Facebook or YouTube to get to know us better. Job Description Action for Children Employee Benefits AfC Commitment Statement Action for Children Northern Ireland Booklet
A child support organization is seeking a Family Support Practitioner in Downpatrick to provide direct assistance to families and promote the well-being of children. The ideal candidate will hold a Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, possess strong communication skills, and have experience working with children. This full-time position comes with various benefits including generous leave, pension contributions, and professional development opportunities. The role involves travel within the region and is contract-based until March 2027.
Apr 06, 2026
Full time
A child support organization is seeking a Family Support Practitioner in Downpatrick to provide direct assistance to families and promote the well-being of children. The ideal candidate will hold a Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, possess strong communication skills, and have experience working with children. This full-time position comes with various benefits including generous leave, pension contributions, and professional development opportunities. The role involves travel within the region and is contract-based until March 2027.
