Family Group Conference Coordinator - Untrained, Self-employed
Train to become a Family Group Conference Coordinator
Are you passionate about supporting families and helping them find their own solutions? Would you like to train for a flexible, rewarding role where you can make a real difference?
Daybreak, a registered charity, is looking for new self-employed Independent Coordinators across the South of England. We are offering an opportunity for individuals with relevant experience to train as Family Group Conference (FGC) Coordinators and help families tackle challenges, strengthen relationships, and create lasting solutions.
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, Hackney, and Wiltshire, and we are prioritising applications in these areas. However, we also welcome interest from across the South of England.
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 an FGC Coordinator
Learn more about the role by reading our blog
Join one of our FREE online webinar to learn more about the role; if a date isn’t suitable, please contact us.
Complete a self-funded FGC Coordinator training course; the cost of this course is comparable to the fee for supporting just one family.
Apply and interview to join our team.
Key details
Fee: £494 fee for the first 6 referrals, then £545 fee thereafter, per completed FGC, plus expenses (£566 for those with full Level 3 Accreditation & 6 initial referrals completed)
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.
Enhanced DBS is essential.
Start now
We have families waiting for support - start your journey today! Join one of our FREE webinars to learn more.
For more information, visit www.daybreakfgc.org.uk or contact us at headoffice@daybreakfgc.org.uk.
If you are already trained, apply here.