Family Support Worker and Attendance Lead

Haslam Park Primary School

Post:
Family Support Worker and Attendance Lead

Hours:

Term time - 37 hours per week + 5 days

Headteacher:
Mrs Kati-Anne Roughley

Status of Post:
Permanent

Start date:

Asap

Grade: F SCP 17- SCP 23 £ 31,022 - £34,434 pro rata

We are seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated and resilient Family Support Worker and Attendance Lead to join our busy primary school team. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children and families and committed to ensuring every pupil has the best possible chance to succeed.

The successful candidate will be hardworking, organised and able to thrive in a fast‑paced school environment where priorities can change quickly. Working within a primary school requires the ability to multitask effectively, build positive relationships and respond calmly and professionally to a wide range of situations.

• Leading on attendance and working proactively with pupils, families and external agencies to maintain and improve attendance.
• Using Department for Education (DfE) guidance and research to implement evidence‑based approaches that improve and sustain exceptional levels of school attendance.
• Providing support and guidance to families to help overcome barriers to learning and attendance.
• Supporting children with social, emotional and behavioural needs, including managing and responding to challenging behaviours in a consistent and compassionate manner.
• Working closely with school staff and outside professionals to ensure pupils receive the support they need.
• Maintaining accurate records and monitoring the impact of interventions.

• Be resilient, proactive and committed to achieving positive outcomes for children and families.
• Have experience of working with children and families in an educational or support setting.
• Understand current DfE attendance guidance and be able to use research and evidence‑based practice to drive improvement.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Be confident in supporting pupils who may display challenging behaviours.
• Be highly organised and capable of managing multiple tasks and competing priorities.
• Work effectively as part of a team while also using their own initiative.

This role is ideal for someone who understands that no two days in school are the same and who is motivated by making a real difference to the lives of children and their families. We are looking for an individual who shares our commitment to high expectations, inclusion and ensuring every child attends, achieves and thrives.

Visits are strongly encouraged, please contact the school office to arrange, .

Closing date 3rd July 9am

Applications should be sent to mcguir and roughle