Family Support Worker

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This role supports the engagement and well-being of children and young people at home and in school to enable them to reach their full potential. The role will be based at Lady Manners School but will include working with our partner Primary Schools and their pupils/families so the ability to travel is essential.

You will work closely with school staff, partner agencies, children/young people and their families to develop action plans which tackle identified need and achieve lasting change. You will work with families to assess reasons impacting on attendance and facilitate their return or access to regular full-time education provision. The role will also involve undertaking Early Help assessments and acting as the Lead Professional where necessary. You will be fully supported by our experienced Student and Family Support Manager. Actual Salary £7,209 to £7,688 per annum.

To apply please follow this link

https://mynewterm.com/jobs/112996/EDV-2025-LMS-52828

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.