Family Engagement Practitioners - HENRY Programme

We are recruiting three Family Engagement Practitioners to support the delivery of our HENRY and Community Programmes. The specific location and focus of each post will vary and can be discussed in more detail during the interview process.Family Engagement Practitioner (HENRY Programme):Full Time, 35 hours per week over 52 weeks per annumStarting salary £26,199 FTEFamily Engagement Practitioner (West Dunbartonshire):Part Time, 21 hours per week over 52 weeks per annumStarting salary £26,199 FTE (pro rata £15,719.40)Family Engagement Practitioner (HENRY/Community):Part Time, 28 hours per week over 52 weeks per annumStarting salary £26,199 FTE (pro rata £20,959.20)Family Engagement Practitioner (Creating Caring Connections):Full Time, 35 hours per week over 52 weeks per annumStarting salary £26,199 FTEThis role is suited to practitioners skilled and experienced in supporting children with additional support needsEarly Years Scotland deliver the HENRY Programme across seven local authorities: Glasgow South, Glasgow North West, East Dunbartonshire, West Dunbartonshire, Renfrewshire, East Renfrewshire and Inverclyde.All post are fixed term contracts to 31 March 2027, subject to continued funding. Additional funding is expected but not confirmed.Are you passionate about supporting families, strengthening early relationships, and promoting healthier futures for young children? Early Years Scotland is recruiting Family Engagement Practitioners (FEPs) to deliver our services in West Dunbartonshire and the Creating Caring Connections & HENRY programme across communities in Greater Glasgow and Clyde, funded by the NHS.This is a unique opportunity to join a warm, skilled, and committed team making a real difference to families with young children.Early Years Scotland is a registered charity and Scotland's leading national specialist organisation dedicated to supporting our youngest children, from pre-birth to age five. With nearly sixty years of experience as an expert Third Sector organisation, we take immense pride in our long-standing commitment to those who work for and on behalf of Scotland's youngest children.Key ResponsibilitiesFamily Engagement Practitioners with Early Years Scotland play a vital role in supporting parents/carers and children together. You will deliver the evidence-based HENRY group programme, using structured session materials with confidence and fidelity.Working alongside a colleague, you will create welcoming, supportive group environments that help families build:positive attachments and relationshipsearly communication and shared learninghealthy routines and wellbeing practicesnurturing home learning environmentsA typical week may include:delivering a health-based programme to parents/carersengaging with families across community venues, nurseries, and schoolsYou will be fully supported with professional learning, reflective supervision, and opportunities to shape and evaluate the programmes you deliver.What Early Years Scotland will offerEYS will likewise invest in you, providing regular and supported professional learning and experience opportunities that will enhance your career profile, develop your skills and knowledge in creative and unique ways and inspire your practice in new and exciting ways!Competitive salary and generous annual leaveFamily-friendly policies that support work-life balance5% employer pension contribution after 3 monthsAccess to our Employee Assistance ProgrammeOngoing professional learning and development opportunitiesA supportive, collaborative team culture where your contribution is valuedThe opportunity to build a genuinely new function for the organisation, with lasting impact for children and families across Scotland beyond the funded periodQualificationsApplicants’ qualifications must be consistent with those required to register as a Practitioner with SSSC, e.g.:HNC Childhood Practice at SCQF Level 7SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People) at SCQF Level 7Additional ELC qualifications welcomedExperience working with children aged 0–12 and their families is essential. Confidence in group facilitation and delivering structured programme content is highly desirable.PVG Scheme membership will be required.