Parent Support Advisor - Mill Lane Primary School

Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Mill Lane Primary School in Stockton-on-Tees is seeking a committed Parent Support Advisor to support pupil wellbeing, liaise with parents of children with early signs of social, emotional, health or attendance issues, and promote high-quality parenting. The successful applicant will be an excellent practitioner with strong interpersonal and recording skills, and will work as part of a friendly team.

The post is permanent, with a salary of £30,515 per annum, closing date 8 October 2026 at Noon,

Qualifications

• Passionate about pupil well-being.
• Supportive of parents of children with early signs of social, emotional, health or attendance issues and able to promote high-quality parenting.
• Able to provide impartial information or referrals to parents about the school and relevant local services available to parents.
• Able to convey the voice of the child to parents and school staff.
• Able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal, communication and recording skills.
• Able to liaise with outside agencies and attend meetings.

Responsibilities

• Be an excellent practitioner with high expectations of self and others; passionate about enabling children to achieve success.
• Foster strong relationships with parents, professionals and colleagues.
• Offer determination, innovative thinking, creative problem solving, resilience and humour.
• Demonstrate commitment to working as part of a team.

Skills

Pupil wellbeing

Interpersonal skills

Liaison with services

Record-keeping

Job description

Parent Support Advisor

Mill Lane Primary School

Benefits & Grade

NJC H, SP 14

Annual Salary

30,515

Closing Date

8th October 2026 at Noon

Interview Date

Tuesday 13th October 2026

Contract Details

Permanent

Disclosure

The school is committed to safer recruitment practice, and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Job Description

We are looking to appoint a skilled, committed and enthusiastic PSA to join our friendly and happy school.

We need someone who is:

• Passionate about pupil well-being.
• Supportive of parents of children with early signs of social, emotional, health, behavioural or poor attendance issues and is able to promote high-quality parenting
• Able to provide impartial information or referrals to parents about the school and relevant local services available to parents
• Able to convey the voice of the child to parents and school staff
• Able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal, communication and recording skills
• Able to liaise with outside agencies and attend meetings

The successful applicant will:

• Be an excellent practitioner who has high expectations of self and others and is passionate about enabling children to achieve success.
• Is well motivated and committed to providing a stimulating, happy and caring environment where children are valued as individuals.
• Be able to foster strong relationships with parents, professionals and colleagues.
• Offer a special blend of determination, innovative thinking, creative problem solving, resilience and humour.
• Show a commitment to working as part of a team

In return we offer the opportunity to:

• Work with enthusiastic and responsive children who enjoy school
• Play a part in the continuing development of our school
• Work with a dedicated and committed team of staff, governors and parents
• Receive support for continued professional development

In a school that has:

• A friendly and dynamic working environment
• Excellent CPD opportunities
• An atmosphere where the sharing of good practice and skills are encouraged
• A tradition of high expectations of pupil behaviour and pupil progress
• Wonderful children who are receptive to caring and dynamic staff

Why work for us?

• Mill Lane Primary School is where amazing children do amazing things!
• Opportunity to enrich the lives of young people and make a positive difference
• Continuous professional development and training for a clear career path
• Open and positive working environment
• Be part of a fantastic team who work hard together and support each other

In return, we can offer:

• Enthusiastic and well-behaved children who are keen to learn and enjoy school
• A supportive community and fantastic engagement
• A fully inclusive environment where all stakeholders strive to give children the best possible opportunities
• A talented and friendly staff committed to teamwork

Visits to the school are welcomed. Please contact the School Administrator for a mutually agreed time.

Mill Lane is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of two satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks.

Further Information

Mill Lane Primary School

Wellington Street

Stockton on Tees TS18 1QX

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