Description Family Support Worker (Safeguarding Focus) King’s Academy College Park Permanent Salary: Band 6 Points 9-13, £28,239 - £32,061 FTE Hours: 37 hours per week term time only. 8am - 4pm Monday to Thursday, 8am - 3:30pm Friday Location: King’s Academy College Park, Crofton Road, Portsmouth PO2 0NT Closing date: Midday on Friday 27th February 2026 Interview date: Tuesday 10th March 2026 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. 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 a Multi Academy Trust which celebrates ‘Opportunity and Success on a Global Stage’. King’s Academy College Park 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 and any other background checks, will be required prior to any offer of employment. Prospective applicants are invited to visit the school prior to the closing date. Please complete the non-teaching application form on our website to apply, these can be returned by hand, post or email to recruitment&64;kingsacademies.uk. For further information, please contact Mrs Green at King’s Academy College Park using the email address above. Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.