Family Support Worker

About the role

Do you have a passion for supporting families and empowering children to thrive?

Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real impact in a vibrant primary school community?

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Family Support Worker to join our friendly and supportive team at Fairlands Primary School. In this key role, you will play a pivotal part in building strong relationships with families, fostering positive learning environments, and ensuring children reach their full potential.

24 hours per week, term time plus 5 INSET days and one additional week (40 weeks). The hours of work are flexible, however the role will require you to work on site for at least 4 days per week.

Your responsibilities:

• build trusting and supportive relationships with families from diverse backgrounds, actively developing your cultural understanding and communication skills.
• work collaboratively with families to improve their children's engagement in learning, both at school and at home, through time-limited interventions and support work
• support families in implementing effective behaviour management strategies, promoting a positive and inclusive school environment.
• work proactively to improve attendance, identifying barriers and developing solutions in partnership with families and external agencies.
• employ strategies to proactively reach out to families with limited English proficiency, utilising translation services and culturally appropriate communication methods
• provide efficient and confidential administrative support to the headship team, including managing data and reports.
• build strong relationships with external support agencies and professionals, ensuring seamless communication and coordinated support for families.
• contribute to a safe and nurturing school environment by upholding safeguarding policies and procedures.

What we offer:

• a supportive and collaborative working environment within a thriving primary school community.
• the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and families.
• a competitive salary.
• access to the Education Support Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• ongoing professional development opportunities.
• the chance to work with a passionate and dedicated team.
• fair and full consideration of flexible working requests

You are the ideal candidate if you have:

• a genuine passion for working with families and children.
• excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• the ability to build rapport and trust with diverse families.
• strong organisational and administrative skills.
• a collaborative and team-oriented approach.
• a clear understanding of safeguarding procedures and child protection.

We particularly welcome applications from candidates with experience in:

• working with families from disadvantaged backgrounds.
• supporting children with special educational needs & disabilities (SEND).
• implementing behaviour management strategies.
• working with external agencies and professionals.

We shortlist based on the person specification, so please ensure your personal statement demonstrates your skills and experience relevant to the person specification.

We celebrate diversity and want all members of our school community to feel included, supported, seen, and heard. We understand and acknowledge that discrimination and inequality are prevalent in society, and we work proactively to ensure that any discrimination or inequality is challenged within the school community. We expect all employees to share our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and we will explore this with candidates during the interview process.

Fairlands Primary School is part of The Claxton Trust. Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and all posts are subject to a satisfactory DBS check, medical clearance, and satisfactory references. Online searches will be undertaken prior to interview.

We would love to show you around.  Please email Val.Sandover@fairlands.herts.sch.uk or contact the school office on 01438 351053 to make an appointment.

We hope to hear from you soon!