Family Support Worker

The successful candidate will be required to work under the direction of the headteacher, SENCo and SLT to support the wider wellbeing and welfare of pupils in order that they are ready and eager to learn. In addition, the this the role involves managing the daily and wider attendance and admission issues across the school. The successful candidate will also form part of the safeguarding team and liaise with the local cluster to provide Early Help support for families. Experience of this role would be beneficial. An important part of your job will be to collaborate with other professionals in school, so it is important that you are able to work well with other people. We are looking for someone who is keen to make a difference to pupils and the community. It would be helpful if you have a natural ability in building rapport with pupils. As a family support worker in our school, you will be expected to support pupils and families across the school as and when needed therefore the ability to be flexible and adapt to the needs to the school and its pupils is a priority. The successful candidate will also form part of our Outdoor Play and Learning Team (OPAL) at lunchtimes and support children when playing.

We will offer you:

• A commitment to you and your professional development.

• Strong, supportive leadership and committed staff.

• Eager, enthusiastic and well-motivated children from diverse backgrounds.

• An active and supportive governing body.

• A well-maintained school building, along with an extensive and well-resourced indoor and outdoor learning environment.

Is this you?

If so, we warmly invite you to look through our school website www.alwoodleyprimary.net and if you think our school is somewhere you would like to further your career, we welcome your application. Should you require a tor of the school please contact office@alwoodley.net to arrange this with our Headteacher.

All applications must be made by the My New Term recruitment platform.

Closing date: Monday 21st September at midday.
Interviews: TBC

Safeguarding Recruitment Statement

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds. Appointments are made subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, Occupational Health assessment (via completion of health questionnaire if successful) and satisfactory references.