Family Group Conference Coordinator – Children and Families – #5295443

Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Family Group Conference Coordinator to join a Children and Families service based in County Durham (DH2 3PQ), supporting vulnerable children and young people through meaningful family-led planning.

In this pivotal role, you will work directly with children and families who are open to a social work team, helping to develop safe, sustainable plans for children and young people by harnessing the strength of their wider family networks. Your work will make a genuine difference to outcomes for some of the most vulnerable young people in the community.

Key responsibilities include:
– Facilitating Family Group Conferences with children, families, and their wider networks
– Collaborating closely with social work teams to identify appropriate referrals
– Supporting families to build and sustain safe plans for children and young people
– Maintaining accurate records and liaising with multi-agency professionals

This is a part-time, 22-hour-per-week post, predominantly worked Monday to Friday, with some weekend working required as part of a rota system. The role is offered at a rate of £20.29 per hour, starting 5th May 2026.

The successful candidate will have experience of working with children and families in a social care or community setting, excellent communication and facilitation skills, and a sound understanding of family group conferencing models or restorative practice.

If you are passionate about empowering families and improving outcomes for children and young people, we would love to hear from you. Please apply today or contact us for further information.

What’s on offer:

* Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly
* Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders
* A desirable location with great transport links
* A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environment

Why join Semester.co.uk?

* Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills
* Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in-house payroll
* Enhanced DBS processing included
* Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support
* Access to a wide range of opportunities in your chosen location

Ready to take the next step? Click ‘Apply’ now to express your interest in this role, or explore other exciting opportunities with Semester.co.uk.