Parent Support Advisor

Fixed Term (until Aug 2021) with the possibility of extension

Salary Scale – Grade 6 Scale Points 18-22 depending on experience.

£24982 - £27041 pro rata (Actual salary £5329 - £5695)

Hours of work: 14 hours per week (term time only).

2 days per week (2 days within school hours) - Preferably 8.30am – 4.30pm days are negotiable.

This is an exciting and challenging opportunity to work with parents and families, aiming to improve children’s achievements in school. Reporting to the Head Teacher, the Parent and Family Support Advisor will be based at Longvernal School working directly with children and their parents/carers and external agencies to ensure all pupils have full access to educational opportunities and are able to overcome barriers to learning and participation.

You will be able to relate well and develop good rapport with a wide range of people. You must be prepared to undertake DSL training. Able to deal with sensitive & confidential issues, you should be empathetic, professional and able to achieve positive outcomes through effective communication and influencing skills. The role will be challenging and rewarding and requires excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to empower others, work collaboratively with staff and work autonomously. Experience of delivering individual/group based support and understanding children within their family context is essential, as well as work experience within education, social care or the voluntary sector.

Longvernal is a friendly inclusive school catering for pupils from a variety of backgrounds aged 2 - 11.

We can offer:

• Lively and enthusiastic pupils who thrive within a supportive environment

• Strong links with schools in the Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership

• A friendly and supportive team

• On-going investment in continuous professional development opportunities

Please call the school on 01761 412777 for further information (if required).

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for the role.

Longvernal School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including Gaps in Employment checks, contacting past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Contract type: Part Time (Fixed Term Contract until 31 Aug 2021) with the possibility of extension

Closing date: Friday 4th December 2020   Interview date: Thursday 10th December 2020