Family and Pupil Support Worker (FOS100BC)

Family Support Worker

Fossebrook Primary School
Salary: Grade 8 Pay Point 15-18 (£28,605 - £31,029 per annum, approximate starting salary of £16,536.17)

Hours: 25 Hours per week, 39 weeks per year (Term Time Only + Inset days)
Contract Type: Permanen

Working Pattern: x4 days per week 08:30 - 16:00

About the Role

Fossebrook Primary School are looking to appoint someone to provide support for vulnerable pupils referred by the SENCo and EPIC team in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.

Why Choose Fossebrook Primary School?

Fossebrook is a brand-new school in Leicester Forest East. The school has grown year on year as we welcomed new children into EYFS. We now have year groups EYFS through to Y6 and the school is built to cater for 210 pupils. 

We greatly value parents and families as key to children’s success in education and are particularly keen to involve you in your child’s learning, by letting parents know what is happening in class, and supporting you to be able to help your child.

Our ethos is firmly rooted in our belief in providing the best opportunities for all of our pupils and Fossebrook is:

• A place of discovery and wonder, full of happy, inquisitive children, who love learning and who are determined to do their best and try new things.  
• A place where we pursue high academic standards but also provide a well-balanced education, where children are given an opportunity to discover talents across the whole curriculum including in technology, The Arts, PE & Sport.  
• A place where aspiration is key: every child will be encouraged and given their chance to shine regardless of ability or circumstances. Mistakes are welcomed as opportunities for new learning and understanding.  
• A place where learning is for all: our parents and community are welcome as our key learning partners in enabling children and families to flourish.

Our Achievements to date

• Rated Ofsted ‘Good’ September 2023
• Trust Quality Assurance Visit in June 2023 - Good in most areas
• 360 Safe online safety award 2022 to 2025
• Microsoft Showcase School 2023/2024
• Part of the HBSSPAN Sports Collaborative
• Saturday Clubs for the Trust - Esports, Music and Dance

“Pupils are confident and happy in the school because they know that they are valued and cared for well. Pupils who spoke with inspectors said that they feel safe in the school. They appreciate the ways in which their teachers have made it easy for them to share their worries or concerns.”- OFSTED

Key Responsibilities

• To provide support for pupils with behavioural, social, emotional and / or psychological difficulties that affect or are likely to affect, learning and engagement with education at schools within the Discovery Schools Academies Trust group and beyond
• To work with pupils to help them to remove or reduce barriers to achievement
• To communicate and work with pupil parents and carers to help them remove or reduce barriers to pupil achievement and to keep them informed, as appropriate, for the duration of sessions

What We’re Looking For

Qualifications:

• BTEC Level 3 Teaching Assistant or Educational Studies or equivalent
• Good Literacy and Numeracy GCSE Maths and English or equivalent
• Evidence of further accreditations/ qualifications in the area of BESD, Social Skills, SEND.
• Social work, youth work, community work, or mentoring qualification and or experience.

Experience:

• A minimum of 3 years working experience as a level 3 Teaching Assistant or above in an educational setting.
• Effective working with Primary aged children/young people and their families
• Experience of supporting children with identified additional needs, including emotional, social and behavioural difficulties.
• Contributing to, implementing and reporting on Behaviour Plans, Individual Target Plans or IEP’s

Skills & Knowledge:

• Knowledge of child protection and health and safety procedures.
• An understanding of the range of support services/providers available for parent/children
• Ability and willingness to undertake professional development.
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
• Ability to work effectively with and command the confidence of teaching and non-teaching staff

Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification to support your application.

Why Join Us?

Professional Growth & Support

• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Access to learning networks and visits to other organisations.
• Supportive leadership and a highly committed team.
• Highly committed and motivated Team
• A role which has the opportunity to make a real difference whilst having fun
• A established Central Services Team who support schools and wider colleagues

Work-Life & Wellbeing Benefits

• Flexible working options.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Defined benefit pension scheme.
• Be an integral member of the team in a vibrant school.
• Create an outstanding learning environment for the success of all of our children.
• Play a significant part in continuing to develop our school.
• Be part of a wider community of Discovery Schools Trust.

Additional Perks

• Free parking.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Gym discounts.
• Eyecare vouchers.
• Dental support.
• Retail discounts.
• Annual incremental pay increases within the pay scale.

Equal Opportunities & Accessibility

We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.
Applications are welcome from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity, ethnic origin, disability, age or sexual orientation. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact hrsupport@discoverytrust.org for support.

Depending on your role, occasional travel between Discovery locations may be required. A valid driving license and appropriate business insurance are necessary, and you will need to provide evidence of these documents

More about Discovery Schools Trust

Discovery Schools Trust is dedicated to improving learning and teaching by creating a culture that promotes excellence. The needs of all children are placed at the heart of all decision making regardless of the school they attend. Teaching and learning excellence are shared through learning networks, sharing of ideas and materials as well as leading practitioners between schools. Discovery has developed a school improvement system which focuses on improving outcomes for all children. It also places staff development, talent management and succession planning at the heart of achieving outstanding organisations.

Please note that interviews for this position may be made earlier than the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to submit their applications promptly. Early submission will not only ensure consideration for the position but also increase the likelihood of being invited for an interview. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to receiving your application.

Safeguarding Statement

We are committed to safeguarding our pupils; therefore, the successful applicant will require an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and references.

AI

While we acknowledge the advantages of AI in crafting personal statements for applications, we strongly encourage and expect applicants to personalise and tailor responses. Please note that the Trust may utilise AI checking solutions during the application review process and will be considered when shortlisting.

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If you are ready to make a difference in children's lives, apply today!