Child and Family Support Worker

40 hours per week, 40 weeks per year - term time plus one week

To start as soon as possible

Working hours 7:30am – 4:00pm with a half an hour unpaid break per day

Permanent

Grade D (FTE £25,628 - £28,326)*

Actual Salary £24,307 to £26,866

*pay award pending

We are seeking to recruit a highly motivated colleague who is passionate about supporting the emotional development of children in order to ensure the highest levels of inclusion in our all-through school. The successful candidate with be patient, creative and of a positive disposition with a belief and determination that every child can be successful in their learning.

Benefits of working at The Westgate School:

• Full induction programme including training and mentoring to ensure your success in the role Ongoing personal development

• Preferential nursery places in our on-site nursery at a reduced price

• Free on-site parking

• Free use of health and fitness facilities

Key aspects of the role include:

• regular liaison with families to support them in building consistency between home and school;

• in-class support for key pupils

• leading activities to support parents/carers in positive engagement with children in order to promote learning;

• leading small group or 1:1 sessions on developing emotional literacy;

• supporting additional events in school such as parent/child workshops and information evenings;

• home visits to support improved attendance;

• supporting the emotional development of all children, including those with most need.

The successful candidate will work as part of our Pupil Support Team (all-through) and will be predominantly based in our Secondary Phase.