Job Overview

As a Family Support Practitioner at FASS, you will provide flexible, person-centred practical and emotional support to individuals and families affected by a loved one's drug or alcohol use.

You will support people through 1:1 work, groups and activities helping people to build on their strengths, improve their wellbeing and access appropriate support.

This is also a role for someone who wants to contribute to the growth and development of FASS. You will be encouraged to use your initiative, develop ideas, build relationships and identify new ways of reaching and supporting families.

You will represent FASS within the community and with partner organisations, helping to raise awareness of our work and develop strong links with other services.

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Duties

• Providing person-centred support to family members through 1:1 appointments, groups and activities.

• Developing and reviewing support plans and helping people work towards their own goals.

• Providing information, advocacy and signposting to relevant services.

• Developing new ideas and opportunities based on the needs of families and the wider community.

• Building relationships with community organisations, statutory services and other partners.

• Representing FASS at meetings, events and networking opportunities.

• Promoting FASS and helping more people to understand and access our support.

• Taking ownership of agreed projects and contributing to the ongoing development of the charity.

• Maintaining accurate records and evidencing outcomes.

• Participating in supervision, team meetings, training and reflective practice.

• Working flexibly and collaboratively in response to the changing needs of the service.

• FASS operates in a dynamic environment, and this job description may be varied in consultation with the postholder to reflect the changing needs of the service.

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Requirements

• HNC, SVQ level 3 in Social Care or equivalent qualification

• Driving licence and access to a car for business purposes.

• Professional experience building and maintaining supporting relationships and supporting people to positive outcomes.

• Awareness of factors impacting on and issues facing families (e. g. disadvantage, poverty, disability). Ability to identify and use tools and resources to support people’s positive outcomes.

• Ability to identify individual needs and use appropriate tools, resources and services to support positive outcomes.

• Ability to work in a person-centred, strengths-based and non-judgemental way.

• Good communication, interpersonal and listening skills.

• Ability to work independently, use initiative and manage competing priorities.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and build positive relationships with partner organisations.

• Ability to maintain accurate records and work within confidentiality, safeguarding and data protection requirements.

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How to apply

Please download and complete the application form below, then email it to manager@fassglasgow.org.

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Application and Interview Dates

Closing Date: Monday 19th October 2026

Interviews: Thursday 22nd and Friday 23rd October 2026

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted with details of their interview.