Pupil and Family Support Worker

St Aidan's Church of England Primary Academy; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Aidan's Church of England Primary Academy in Blackburn is seeking a dedicated Pupil and Family Support Worker. This vital role focuses on supporting children and families to overcome challenges, enhance well-being, and improve school attendance. The position includes collaboration with safeguarding teams and delivering early intervention to foster positive change.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Health and wellbeing benefits

Perkbox rewards

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Skills in teamwork within school and external professionals.
• Professionalism under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to children and families.
• Coordinate support services to improve attendance and well-being.
• Act as Deputy Safeguarding Lead when necessary.

Skills

Teamwork skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Minimum Level 3 NVQ or equivalent

Job description

Pupil and Family Support Worker

37 Hours Per Week, Full Time

Permanent

Term Time Only, 44.67 weeks per year

Job Description

St. Aidan's in Blackburn is seeking a dedicated Pupil and Family Support Worker and Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead. This role involves providing direct support to children, young people, and their families to overcome challenges and promote their well-being and attendance. The successful candidate will collaborate with the safeguarding and attendance team, support pupils facing barriers to learning, and act as Deputy Safeguarding Lead in the absence of the Designated Safeguarding Lead.

The role includes engaging with vulnerable families, delivering early intervention, and coordinating support services to improve outcomes related to attendance, behavior, and well-being. The candidate will serve as the lead professional for assigned families, empowering them to achieve positive change.

We offer:

• A caring Academy with a Christian ethos
• Engaged and happy students
• A dedicated staff and governance team
• Opportunities for professional development
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Health and wellbeing benefits
• Perkbox rewards
• Cycle to work scheme

Candidate requirements:

• Teamwork skills within school and with external professionals
• Minimum Level 3 NVQ (or equivalent) qualification
• Ability to work under pressure with professionalism

Closing date: Wednesday 25th June at 2pm

Interview dates: Thursday 3rd & Friday 4th July 2025

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory DBS checks, including cautions, reprimands, or warnings. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups.