Family Group Conference Coordinator - Reading (Freelance)
We have children, young people and families in Reading waiting for support – could you help make an impact? We are recruiting new freelance Family Group Conference (FGC) Coordinators to join our team.
This summer, we’re running fast-tracked recruitment throughout July and August to meet growing demand in the Reading area. If you have relevant experience, we’d love to hear from you.
Do you:
Value the voices of children and young people?
Believe in supporting people to make decisions for themselves?
Want to empower families to find positive ways forward?
Use your experience to make a difference locally.
What does our fast-tracked summer recruitment offer?
Fast-tracked applications, with responses within 5 working days
Optional webinars or 1:1 informal conversations with the Programme Manager to learn more about the role
Flexible interview slots to fit around your schedule; with interview questions in advance as per our standard practices
Interview outcomes within 3 working days
For successful candidates, £50 off your self-funded training course when you apply through this campaign. Dates available in August and September (all training options subject to availability).
Prioritised onboarding and support with paperwork
All applications will continue to be subject to our Safer Recruitment Policy
Why join us?
Flexible, freelance work that fits around your life
Meaningful impact supporting children, young people and their families
Ongoing support and supervision from a dedicated Programme Manager
Once our summer campaign is over, we will revert to our usual recruitment cycles. More information on this can be found on our careers pages.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Once trained, Coordinators work impartially with families and their support networks to facilitate decision-making, develop secure action plans, and ensure every voice is heard. Whether your background is in education, emergency or frontline services, youth work, social work, or adult welfare, your skills can be invaluable in empowering families. Find out more about Family Group Conferences on our website.
Our services currently operate in Portsmouth, Reading, Bromley, and Wiltshire, and we are prioritising applications in these areas. However, we also welcome interest from across the South of England. Our fast-tracked summer campaign is specific for those able to work in Reading.
REQUIREMENTS
Experience in social care or a role that involves problem-solving in sensitive situations
Commitment to delivering high-quality work that supports families
Strong facilitation skills to bring people together and ensure every voice is heard
Openness, honesty, and a compassionate approach
HOW TO BECOME A FGC COORDINATOR WITH DAYBREAK
Learn more about the role by reading our blog
Join an optional FREE online webinar to learn more about the role. Multiple dates available.
Apply and interview to join our team. Applications for Reading before the end of August will be fast-tracked, as above. After this we will revert to our usual recruitment cycle dates. These are updated on our Careers pages.
Complete a self-funded FGC Coordinator training course; the cost of this course is comparable to the fee for supporting just one family. Payment options are available, please visit our training FAQs for more information. If you need further information or support with payment, please contact us. Successful applicants during our Reading summer campaign, before the end of August, will benefit from £50 off training fees.
KEY DETAILS
Fee Structure:
Outside London: £20 per hour for newly qualified Coordinators, rising to £22 per hour following six evidenced FGCs. Payment is capped at 25 hours per referral.
London Boroughs: £21 per hour for newly qualified Coordinators, rising to £23 per hour following six evidenced FGCs. Payment is capped at 25 hours per referral.
Working pattern: Flexible to suit your schedule and the needs of each case. This includes a mix of remote work and travel to meet families. We welcome applicants with varying availability - even if you have other commitments, we encourage you to apply.
Contract: Independent, Self-employed
Training: As a freelance Coordinator, you will be responsible for keeping up to date and funding essential training, including Safeguarding and Data Protection. We offer discounted spaces at our training events and workshops for Coordinators working with us.
Safer Recruitment: We are committed to safeguarding, and all posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check and two satisfactory references.
START NOW
We have families waiting for support - start your journey today! Join one of our FREE webinars to learn more.
Download the Job Description, Person Specification and using our online Application Form below.
Please note, as per our Safer Recruitment Policy, we can only accept and process applications with a completed Application Form.
If you are already trained, we’d welcome your application - we require proof of training.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact us at headoffice@daybreakfgc.org.uk.