Parenting Practitioner
| Posting date: | 06 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £33,055 to £35,282 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 February 2026 |
| Location: | Sidley Family Hub, Bexhill, TN39 5BD |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | East Sussex County Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 2401 |
Summary
Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of parents and carers and are you a great communicator who enjoys delivering courses and activities? Then a job in the parenting team may be for you.
We know that parenting is challenging. Children don’t come with manuals and sometimes parents need support. The parenting team is looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and fantastic communicator who wants to support parents and deliver a wide range of parenting courses and activities to all parents and carers across the county.
The role is based in Sidley but is flexible and most delivery is carried out virtually.
The role involves delivering evidence‑based parenting programmes to parents and caregivers via Microsoft Teams and, when required, through face‑to‑face sessions. You will provide training and consultations for Early Help colleagues and external partners, liaising and networking with organisations and parent support groups across the county to strengthen parenting support. Additionally, you will contribute to the upkeep and development of our social media platforms, including creating content for the corporate YouTube channel.
For this essential role we are looking for people who have:
Hold a level 4 qualification in a relevant subject
Willingness to take on additional training to gain the skills necessary to work with specific client groups
You will have an understanding of the ages and stages of child development and family systems
The ability to develop effective relationships with parents, caregivers, and professionals in a range of settings and situations
To apply for this role, please follow the ‘Apply Now’ button after clicking the link to our page to upload your CV with a supporting statement. We will use your supporting statement to shortlist so please be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification, drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education, or personal interests.
For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply page.
Please download the Job Description and Person Specification for more information.
Interviews will take place face to face on Friday 13 Feb, venue to be confirmed.
Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status page for details.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a well established team and be trained in a wide range of evidence based parenting strategies and courses.
We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.
For an informal discussion about this opportunity contact Tina Pelini – Tina.pelini@Eastsussex.gov.uk
'There are a whole range of different skills people can bring to the role. I find the work very rewarding and enjoy the variety this type of work brings.' - Gary, Day Service Support Worker
Choose East Sussex!
We know that parenting is challenging. Children don’t come with manuals and sometimes parents need support. The parenting team is looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and fantastic communicator who wants to support parents and deliver a wide range of parenting courses and activities to all parents and carers across the county.
The role is based in Sidley but is flexible and most delivery is carried out virtually.
The role involves delivering evidence‑based parenting programmes to parents and caregivers via Microsoft Teams and, when required, through face‑to‑face sessions. You will provide training and consultations for Early Help colleagues and external partners, liaising and networking with organisations and parent support groups across the county to strengthen parenting support. Additionally, you will contribute to the upkeep and development of our social media platforms, including creating content for the corporate YouTube channel.
For this essential role we are looking for people who have:
Hold a level 4 qualification in a relevant subject
Willingness to take on additional training to gain the skills necessary to work with specific client groups
You will have an understanding of the ages and stages of child development and family systems
The ability to develop effective relationships with parents, caregivers, and professionals in a range of settings and situations
To apply for this role, please follow the ‘Apply Now’ button after clicking the link to our page to upload your CV with a supporting statement. We will use your supporting statement to shortlist so please be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification, drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education, or personal interests.
For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply page.
Please download the Job Description and Person Specification for more information.
Interviews will take place face to face on Friday 13 Feb, venue to be confirmed.
Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status page for details.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a well established team and be trained in a wide range of evidence based parenting strategies and courses.
We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.
For an informal discussion about this opportunity contact Tina Pelini – Tina.pelini@Eastsussex.gov.uk
'There are a whole range of different skills people can bring to the role. I find the work very rewarding and enjoy the variety this type of work brings.' - Gary, Day Service Support Worker
Choose East Sussex!
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