Children and Family Worker - Whitley Park Primary and Nursery School
| Posting date: | 29 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £31,077 to £33,533 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 April 2026 |
| Location: | Reading, Berkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Reading Borough Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Permanent - 37 hours per week - TTO plus inset days (5 days) plus 3 weeks out of term time (15 days)
Whitley Park Primary and Nursery School is a vibrant, inclusive community where children are placed at the heart of everything we do. We are currently seeking reliable and organised Children and Family Worker (incl. DDSL) to join our school team.
This flexible role is ideal for someone with strong administrative skills who enjoys working in a welcoming and supportive school environment.
Key Responsibilities:
• Safeguarding and Child Protection at Deputy DSL level
• Early Help and Family Support Leadership
• Inclusion, Behaviour and Wellbeing
• Attendance and Engagement, working with our Attendance Officer in a supportive role
• Multi-Agency Working, Develop strong partnerships with social care, health and community services
• Monitoring, Evaluation and Impact
• Professional Accountability
The postholder will:
• Report directly to the Headteacher (DSL)
• Work closely with the Senior Leadership Team
• Be part of the wider safeguarding and inclusion team
• Support and deputise for the DSL as required
• Supervise family support and early help work across the school
What We’re Looking For:
• Experience supporting vulnerable children and families
• Experience of multi-agency working
• Experience in safeguarding and child protection
• Experience of working in high-challenge or high-deprivation communities
• Experience managing complex and sensitive situations
• Excellent communication and relationship-building
• High emotional resilience and professional judgement
• Ability to analyse risk and prioritise workload
• Ability to influence and support staff
• Commitment to inclusion and equity
• Strong organisational and record-keeping skills
Why Join Us?
• Be part of a supportive and values-driven team
• Have the opportunity to make a real impact on children’s lives
• Receive ongoing professional development and supervision
• Work in a school committed to inclusion, wellbeing and safeguarding excellence
• Flexible/Casual working pattern to support a healthy work–life balance
Should you wish to arrange a visit to our school or to request an application pack or for further information Wendy Owen - Admin Assistant – Adminasst@whitleypark.reading.sch.uk or call 0118 937 5566 or visit: https://www.whitleyparkprimaryschool.co.uk/
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews scheduled. Early applications are encouraged, as the school reserves the right to close the vacancy once a suitable candidate is appointed.
Whitley Park Primary and Nursery School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, online searches and satisfactory references
Whitley Park Primary and Nursery School is a vibrant, inclusive community where children are placed at the heart of everything we do. We are currently seeking reliable and organised Children and Family Worker (incl. DDSL) to join our school team.
This flexible role is ideal for someone with strong administrative skills who enjoys working in a welcoming and supportive school environment.
Key Responsibilities:
• Safeguarding and Child Protection at Deputy DSL level
• Early Help and Family Support Leadership
• Inclusion, Behaviour and Wellbeing
• Attendance and Engagement, working with our Attendance Officer in a supportive role
• Multi-Agency Working, Develop strong partnerships with social care, health and community services
• Monitoring, Evaluation and Impact
• Professional Accountability
The postholder will:
• Report directly to the Headteacher (DSL)
• Work closely with the Senior Leadership Team
• Be part of the wider safeguarding and inclusion team
• Support and deputise for the DSL as required
• Supervise family support and early help work across the school
What We’re Looking For:
• Experience supporting vulnerable children and families
• Experience of multi-agency working
• Experience in safeguarding and child protection
• Experience of working in high-challenge or high-deprivation communities
• Experience managing complex and sensitive situations
• Excellent communication and relationship-building
• High emotional resilience and professional judgement
• Ability to analyse risk and prioritise workload
• Ability to influence and support staff
• Commitment to inclusion and equity
• Strong organisational and record-keeping skills
Why Join Us?
• Be part of a supportive and values-driven team
• Have the opportunity to make a real impact on children’s lives
• Receive ongoing professional development and supervision
• Work in a school committed to inclusion, wellbeing and safeguarding excellence
• Flexible/Casual working pattern to support a healthy work–life balance
Should you wish to arrange a visit to our school or to request an application pack or for further information Wendy Owen - Admin Assistant – Adminasst@whitleypark.reading.sch.uk or call 0118 937 5566 or visit: https://www.whitleyparkprimaryschool.co.uk/
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews scheduled. Early applications are encouraged, as the school reserves the right to close the vacancy once a suitable candidate is appointed.
Whitley Park Primary and Nursery School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, online searches and satisfactory references
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