Family Support Worker (Carmountside Primary Academy)

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Job summary

A local primary academy is looking for a compassionate Family Support Worker to provide support to families and help children thrive. The role involves building strong relationships, coordinating multi-agency support, and delivering workshops for parents. Applicants should have experience in supporting families and understand safeguarding practices. This is a temporary contract during term time, until August 2026, with part-time hours totaling 17.5 per week.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting families and children in challenging situations.
• Ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.
• Understanding of safeguarding practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical and emotional support to families.
• Work with families to improve attendance, punctuality and engagement.
• Act as a deputy safeguarding lead for family-related concerns.
• Coordinate Early Help assessments and multi-agency support.
• Deliver parent workshops and signpost families to local services.

Skills

Compassion

Proactivity

Communication

Job description

Job Title: Family Support Worker Location: Carmountside Primary Academy, Stoke-on-Trent

Contract: Temporary, Term Time Only until 31st August 2026

Hours: 17.5 hours

Grade: 6 (point 12-17)

About Us

Carmountside Primary Academy is a welcoming and inclusive primary school serving a community where many families face significant challenges. We are committed to ensuring every child thrives, and we recognise the vital role families play in this journey.

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate and proactive Family Support Worker to join our team. This role is central to building strong relationships with families, supporting them through challenges, and helping children achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide practical and emotional support to families.
• Work with families to improve attendance, punctuality and engagement.
• Act as a deputy safeguarding lead for family-related concerns.
• Coordinate Early Help assessments and multi-agency support.
• Deliver parent workshops and signpost families to local services.

What We Offer

• A supportive and dedicated team.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• The chance to make a real difference in children’s lives.

Closing Date: 09.01.2026

Interviews: 16.01.2026

Safeguarding Statement

Carmountside Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.