Family Support Worker

Malcolm Arnold Preparatory School is now recruiting for a Family Support Worker. This role could be your next career opportunity.

If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

About the role

• To support pupils and their families in school, community and home settings and provide regular ongoing assistance to support inclusion 
• To provide a friendly, approachable and confidential point of contact for families 
• To provide support for staff in the school, particularly when dealing with challenging or vulnerable pupils and families. 
• To co-ordinate EHAs in school for families within and connected to our school. 
• To co-ordinate school support for families within school and liaise with other agencies to offer support for them. 
• Work alongside the inclusion team and teachers to write Individual Plans for children and monitor and evaluate impact.
• Work with and direct individual and small groups of pupils to support them with resilience, self-esteem, emotions and protective behaviours.
• To provide support for pupils and their families at times of crisis, signposting support services, making referrals to supporting agencies and working with the families and other professionals to safeguard the children.

To see further specific duties to position, please view the job description

37 hours per week, 44 weeks per year, Permanent

About our Academy

In September 2016 we moved into our brand new, purpose-built school building, which is located on the Malcolm Arnold Academy Campus. 

Our school is committed to ensuring that our children not only excel in the classroom, but also gain the skills and passions to enable them to be successful long into their futures.

We focus on positive behaviour management systems and promote the values we would like our children to embody through our MAPS Code of Conduct.

Our values underpin all we do:

• Aspiration
• Ambition
• Respect
• Courage

We are situated next door to Malcolm Arnold Academy who are also part of the David Ross Education Trust and Peterborough Diocese.

this allows for a very easy transition. We ensure that links between both schools are strong to support with pupil transition to Secondary School

Salary & Benefits

·        NJC 6- 8 FTE £21,968- £22,777 per annum - £21,672 - £22,470 pro rata

·        Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

·        Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education

·        Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme

·        Rewards and Recognition Scheme

·        Cycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for

GSCE Maths and English (or equivalent)

ICT Literate

Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection

Excellent organisational skills and ability to maintain an organised and professional working environment

Ability to work in partnership with children and families and also with other agencies and professionals.

Ability to communicate effectively with children and families in individual and group settings

Ability to maintain accurate records and produce concise and informative reports

Good ICT skills

Committed to professional development

Be able to plan and prioritise a varied workload

 About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust (DRET) mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

Broadening the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities. 

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 34 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

Apply now

To complete our on-line application form, please use the ‘apply here’  

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.