FAMILY SUPPORT WORKER

Location

St Maria Goretti Catholic Primary School, Preston, Gamull Lane, Ribbleton, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 6SJ (214 on roll)

Tel: 01772 700052
School website: www.smgprimary.co.uk

Summary

The successful applicant will play a crucial role in supporting the children and their families with all aspects of school life and their learning and will be a Designated Safeguarding Officer. They will work closely with families and the community and with external agencies to offer practical help and emotional support to families with short or long term difficulties .A key element will be to ensure children, parents and carers are empowered to address various challenges and ae able to access the right support available to them. Applicants should have experience of working in a multi-agency environment and with excellent communication and influencing skills. It is essential to be able to manage their own workload, administration and diary commitments and recent training would be an advantage.

The position a full time position, term time only. The application must be on the Catholic Education Services application form and a requirement to have a Faith reference is desirable only.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

Please note that this vacancy closes at 12 Noon on 03/06/2025

Essential Qualifications

NVQ Level 3 or GCSE equivalent in English and Maths Grade C.

A full driving licence.

Desirable Qualifications

Social Work qualifications.

Essential Experience

Experience of ;

-Engaging and working with vulnerable families.

-Effective multi agency work.

-Experience of administration, developing and implementing support plans.

-Team working and the ability to work alone.

Desirable Experience

Experience of working with children across the Primary age range (ages 2-11).

For an informal discussion please contact:

Candidate are welcome to contact school to arrange a visit with Mrs Rich, Head Teacher.

Proposed Interview Date:

12/06/2025 

Equal Opportunities statement

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community

Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

 

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.