Family Group Conference Co-ordinator

Overview

Closing date: 22 February 2026

Are you passionate about involving children and their families to make key decisions and safe plans for their child’s welfare?

If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! This unique role is one of three positions across North East Derbyshire, Bolsover, and Amber Valley that are taking part in a 12‑month trial focused on supporting and coordinating Family Group Conferences.

The Family group conferencing model will be used in Derbyshire to bring family and friends together to look at how they can collectively provide safe and viable solutions for children to be cared for within their family unit.

Your role is to organise the meeting and assist the family to come to their own decisions about how they will care for their children. You will understand the importance of facilitating the participation of young people and their families to assist them to come together to make decisions about their welfare of their children. Good communication skills and the ability to engage quickly with service users will be essential.

Alongside skills in negotiation and mediation.

Full training will be provided for the successful candidate and for an informal chat about any aspects of the post then please contact Team Manager,
Lynsey Turner on

We’re proud to say that our Children’s Services have received a ‘Good’ rating in our most recent OFSTED inspection.

More exciting news – we’ve revamped our payment packages to attract and retain top talent like you. Successful candidates will enjoy competitive salaries, ensuring that their hard work is both rewarding and fulfilling.

• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexi time, allowing up to an additional 2 days of leave per month
• Derbyshire Rewards – Discounts from high street retailers and more
• Generous annual leave and flexi time scheme
• Travel expenses
• Discounts on leisure centre memberships
• Free car parking at most sites
• In-house counselling service
• Occupational Health service
• Access to sessions with a trained physiotherapist
• Cycle to work scheme
• Various Employee Networks championing inclusivity across the council

Make a real positive difference in the lives of children and families – join Derbyshire County Council today!

Provisional Interview Date: 26 February 2026