Fostering Family Support Practitioner - Children and Families Service

Fixed Term Contract / Secondment Opportunity until 31/03/28 Are you passionate about helping foster families thrive? In Hackney, we believe every child deserves a safe, stable, and loving home. Our Fostering Service is dedicated to supporting our incredible foster carers so they can provide the best possible care for Hackney''s care-experienced children and young people. We are looking for Fostering Family Support Practitioners who are resilient, empathetic, and ready to roll up their sleeves. This isn''t a desk job-you will be in the heart of our community, working directly in foster homes to provide the practical and evidence-based support that keeps families together and stable. The Role As a Fostering Family Support Practitioner, you will be bridging the gap between assessment and action. Working under the guidance of a Team Manager or Senior Social Worker, you will: Deliver Hands-on Support: Use systemic and behavioral approaches to help carers manage complex behaviors and daily parenting challenges. Be the Voice of the Child: Build genuine rapport with children and young people, ensuring their wishes and feelings are at the centre of every plan. Collaborate: Work alongside schools, health services, and youth hubs to wrap a network of support around our families and carers. Assess and Observe: Provide key insights and high-quality reports that contribute to the holistic assessment of a child''s needs and safety. Be Flexible: Adapt your schedule to meet families when ..... full job details .....