Family Safeguarding Recovery Practitioner

Who we are

At Via, our mission is to provide the best health and wellbeing support to as many people as possible, helping them to change their lives for the better.

Last year, we supported over 11,000 people across the UK affected by alcohol and drug use. Everything we do is driven by our values:

• Care. Care for people is at the heart of everything we do.
• Be human. We are accessible, genuine and humble. Always learning.
• Do the right thing. We’re open, honest and inclusive. We get things done.

We want to recruit the very best talent. We believe in nurturing a positive workplace culture where our colleagues feel valued, recognised, empowered, and supported.

What we’re looking for

This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced and growing organisation.

Make a Real Difference – Help Change Lives

Are you passionate about supporting families and protecting children?

We’re looking for a Drug & Alcohol Family Safeguarding Recovery Practitioner

This role sits within Surrey’s Family Safeguarding Team (FST) – a nationally recognised, multi-disciplinary model that places adult-focused practitioners directly into children’s safeguarding teams. You’ll be part of a team that includes specialists in domestic abuse, mental health, and substance misuse, all working together to improve outcomes for children and families.

The substance misuse strand is delivered through i-access, an integrated treatment service run in partnership between Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Trust (SABP) and Via.

This is not just a job – you’ll help people rebuild their lives, reconnect with their family and friends, return to work or education, and much more.

We’re looking for individuals with compassion, good communication skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure.

If you’re someone who is a good listener, stays curious, and wants to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Deadline

24th May at midnight

Salary

£27,720 - £31,542 per annum including London Fringe Allowance

Vacancy type

Permanent

Working hours

37.5 hours a week

Our Family Safeguarding Substance Misuse Team Co-ordinator is happy to talk through this role, what a typical day might look like, development opportunities, and Via’s national network. you can reach Chloe Jones on Chloe.Jones@viaorg.uk or 07967 881425

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Job description – You will support parents who are experiencing drug and alcohol issues and whose children are subject to Child in Need or Child Protection Plans. You’ll deliver expert substance misuse interventions as part of a wider safeguarding strategy, working collaboratively with social workers and other multidisciplinary colleagues.

You’ll help bridge the gap between adult and children’s services, co-facilitate parenting groups, and contribute to safeguarding plans and recovery pathways using a trauma-informed, family-focused approach.

The role will require

Delivering specialist substance misuse support within children’s safeguarding teams.

Working closely with professionals in domestic abuse, mental health, and social care.

Liaising with i-access and Via’s community drug and alcohol teams to ensure continuity of care.

Supporting and empowering families through group work and one-to-one interventions.

Contributing to assessments and safeguarding plans with a holistic view of family wellbeing.

About you –

We’re looking for

a compassionate and driven professional with experience in

Substance misuse or recovery work

Supporting vulnerable families

Safeguarding children and adults

You understand the impact of addiction on family dynamics and are committed to helping parents make positive changes while protecting children from harm.

About our service – This is a peripatetic role across Surrey. You’ll be aligned to one of four local quadrants — Guildford, Redhill, Weybridge, or Woking — depending on service need and your preference (discussed at interview). Occasional county-wide travel may be required.

Benefits package – To see the generous range of benefits we offer at Via including 30 days annual leave for all new starters, our health and wellbeing initiatives, financial perks and development opportunities – visit our Benefits Package

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