Family Support Worker
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 14 Chwefror 2026 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 27 Chwefror 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO2 0NT |
| Cwmni: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | d8cff509-6f5e-47a5-8ab1-07cab472bf57 |
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What skills and experience we're looking for
Purpose of the role:
To support vulnerable pupils and families by addressing safeguarding concerns, improving engagement and removing barriers to attendance, wellbeing and learning.
Key Responsibilities:
• Act as a key safeguarding practitioner under the direction of the DSL/AHT for Inclusion.
• Support families experiencing social, emotional or practical challenges.
• Work with parents/carers to improve attendance, punctuality and engagement with school.
• Monitor attendance data alongside senior leaders and identify pupils requiring targeted support.
• Carry out home visits where appropriate and in line with school policy.
• Support early help processes and contribute to safeguarding records and referrals.
• Liaise with external agencies (e.g. social care, health, housing).
• Provide advice and signposting to families.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records.
• Attend safeguarding and multi-agency meetings as required.
What the school offers its staff
We will offer you:
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact in safeguarding and supporting our pupils.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Professional development opportunities and career progression.
• To be part of an award winning Multi Academy Trust which celebrates ‘Opportunity and Success on a Global Stage’.
Commitment to safeguarding
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment. As part of the check the school will request information regarding the status of being barred from working with children. We reserve the right to carry out an online search as part of our due diligence obligations on shortlisted candidates. Candidates will be provided the opportunity to address any issues of concerns that may come up during the search at interview.
Purpose of the role:
To support vulnerable pupils and families by addressing safeguarding concerns, improving engagement and removing barriers to attendance, wellbeing and learning.
Key Responsibilities:
• Act as a key safeguarding practitioner under the direction of the DSL/AHT for Inclusion.
• Support families experiencing social, emotional or practical challenges.
• Work with parents/carers to improve attendance, punctuality and engagement with school.
• Monitor attendance data alongside senior leaders and identify pupils requiring targeted support.
• Carry out home visits where appropriate and in line with school policy.
• Support early help processes and contribute to safeguarding records and referrals.
• Liaise with external agencies (e.g. social care, health, housing).
• Provide advice and signposting to families.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records.
• Attend safeguarding and multi-agency meetings as required.
What the school offers its staff
We will offer you:
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact in safeguarding and supporting our pupils.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Professional development opportunities and career progression.
• To be part of an award winning Multi Academy Trust which celebrates ‘Opportunity and Success on a Global Stage’.
Commitment to safeguarding
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment. As part of the check the school will request information regarding the status of being barred from working with children. We reserve the right to carry out an online search as part of our due diligence obligations on shortlisted candidates. Candidates will be provided the opportunity to address any issues of concerns that may come up during the search at interview.