Rate: £120-£130 per day
Hours: 35 hours per week
Working pattern: Monday to Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm
Reporting to: Headteacher and Admin Manager
Family Support Worker
A vibrant all through school is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Family Support Worker to join its team. This is a vital role supporting autistic children and young people by working closely with families, school staff, and external agencies.
The Role
The Family Support Worker will provide practical and emotional support to families, contribute to safeguarding processes, and help strengthen links between home, school, and the wider community.
Key responsibilities include:
General administrative duties, including supporting annual reviews
Supporting families, including assistance with social security and transport application forms
Supporting safeguarding processes
Monitoring attendance and following up pupil absence
Managing the Jack Petchey Award Scheme
Co-ordinating volunteer and university student placements
Co-ordinating visits for prospective parents and open mornings
Managing parent and family events
Liaising with external agencies and professionals
Supervising pupils when parents are late collecting them after school
Supporting community links and the School Council
Undertaking other duties as required, including lunch and supervision duties
Person Specification
Experience (Essential):
Experience of working with autistic children and young people
Experience of supporting families
Knowledge (Essential unless stated):
A strong understanding of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and its impact on families
Knowledge of behaviour management strategies effective for autistic students at school and at home
Knowledge of benefits available to families and young people with disabilities (Desirable)
Knowledge of support services available to families (Desirable)
Skills (Essential):
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Good organisational skills with the ability to manage your own workload
Good ICT skills and the ability to use technology effectively for communication and training
Ability to work effectively with families/carers, staff, and external professionals