Family Support Worker

The Harbour Schools Partnership; Newport; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

Newport Community School Primary Academy is seeking an experienced Family Support Worker to join the inclusion support team. You will liaise between the SENDCO, external agencies, families and children, and work directly with key children to support wellbeing and inclusion.

You will assist the SENDCO in leading SEND provisions, support staff, and help develop systems and processes, including written contributions to individual plans and related paperwork.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children or young people and their families
• Ability to evaluate wellbeing and assess the need for intervention
• Understand how external agencies work, what they do, and when it would be beneficial to use them

Responsibilities

• Assist the SENDCO in leading provision for Special Educational Needs
• Support and guide staff
• Develop SEND systems and processes
• Provide written contributions to individual plans and SEND paperwork
• Support TAs with best practice for high needs
• Plan and deliver education/interventions

Skills

Experience with children

Wellbeing assessment

External agencies

Education

Education/Social Work

Job description

The Vacancy

Salary: NJC Grade E: £31,525 - £34,811 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked)

Please note that the pro-rata salary for this role is between £10,945 (E16) and £12,085 (E22) gross per annum (subject to change depending on agreed working pattern on appointment)

Working Pattern: This is a permanent position working 15 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (Monday to Friday)

Newport Community School Primary Academy are seeking an experienced Family Support Worker to join our inclusion support team. You will act as the liaison between the school's SENDCO, external agencies, families and children as well as working directly with key children.

About the Role

• To assist the SENDCO in leading the provision for Special Educational Needs within the school, liaising with the Head Teacher as required
• Supporting and offering guidance to staff
• Working within and developing SEND systems and processes
• Providing written contributions to individual plans and other SEND associated paperwork
• Responsible for supporting the TAs across the school with best practice when supporting the children with high needs
• Planning and delivery of education/interventions

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who can bring compassion and commitment to the role.

Essential qualities include:

• Experience of working with children or young people and their families
• Ability to evaluate wellbeing and assess the need for intervention
• Understand how external agencies work, what they do, and when it would be beneficial to use them

Desirable (but not essential):

• Education or Social Work qualification
• Knowledge and experience of working with a wide range of support agencies and service
• Experience of managing a small team in an educational setting

Why Join Us?

You will be part of a supportive and committed team, working together to ensure every child achieves their full potential.

We offer:

• A collaborative and nurturing school environment
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference in pupils' learning, wellbeing and future opportunities

This role requires an enhanced DBS disclosure.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 13th November 2026, interviews will be held on 24th November 2026.

Successful applicants will be subject to an online search.

The Harbour Schools Partnership require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.

The Harbour Schools Partnership

The Harbour Schools Partnership is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an enhanced disclosure is required for this post.

Our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is available on the relevant school website.

Our Vision

Our aims are to:

• Ensure all children enjoy achieving their potential

• Support the development of the whole child
• Raise aspirations for all pupils to achieve high outcomes in their learning from their starting point
• Develop children's understanding of the world and their contribution to it
• Prepare children for their next stage of learning

Values

Our ethos value is respect.

We create a culture of respect through a strong sense of community where everyone is valued, feels safe and is understood as an individual. We communicate positively and with kindness, celebrating successes and enjoying learning together. In our school, we develop confident learners and encourage collaboration and innovation.

• Confidence
• Collaboration
• Innovation
• Respect
• Teamwork
• Care
• Friendship
• Excellence
• Service
• Respect