Family Support Worker

Overview

We are now seeking an experienced, compassionate and driven Family Support Worker to join our dedicated team. This is a key leadership role within our pastoral structure — ideal for someone with a passion for inclusion, family engagement and improving outcomes for all children.

Term Time Only

Monday - Friday 8:00 - 16:00 (35 hours per week)

November 2025

Job Advert & Description

This is a varied, fulfilling position where no two days are the same. As our Family Support Worker you will play a pivotal role in supporting families, removing barriers to learning and ensuring that every child attends school regularly, ready to learn and thrive.

You will:

Attendance Leadership

- Lead on all aspects of attendance and punctuality, ensuring our children benefit from consistent learning and routine.

- Monitor, track and analyse attendance data, identifying patterns and developing targeted strategies to improve attendance.

- Work directly with pupils and families experiencing persistent absence, offering support and challenge where appropriate.

- Produce regular reports for the Headteacher and Governors on attendance trends and the impact of interventions.

Family Support & Early Help

- Build positive, trusting relationships with children, parents and carers to support engagement and wellbeing.

- Lead and manage the support for vulnerable families, ensuring early and effective support.

- Undertake home visits, working sensitively and professionally with families to identify needs and offer practical guidance.

- Work collaboratively with a range of agencies including Early Help, Attendance Officers, Health Professionals, Social Care, and Community Organisations to deliver coordinated, high-quality support.

Safeguarding Leadership

- Serve as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL), working closely with the Designated Safeguarding Lead to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children.

- Act as a key point of contact for safeguarding concerns, maintaining accurate and confidential records.

- Attend and contribute to case conferences, child protection meetings and multi-agency discussions.

- Model best practice in safeguarding and support staff in developing their confidence and vigilance.

Breakfast Club Management

- Lead and manage the daily operation of the school’s Breakfast Club, ensuring a safe, welcoming and nurturing start to each child’s day.

- Oversee staff, routines and resources, promoting positive behaviour and healthy choices.

- Work with families to encourage attendance and punctuality through engagement with the Breakfast Club provision.

Wider School Contribution

- Be an ambassador for St Matthew’s, promoting our inclusive ethos and Gospel values in every aspect of your work.

- Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff and governors to foster a culture of high expectations, compassion and belonging.

- Contribute to the ongoing development of pastoral systems and initiatives that strengthen our community.

Salary & Benefits

Salary from £22414 to £25031 per year

Location

St Matthew's Catholic Primary School
Saffron Drive
Allerton, Bradford
West Yorkshire
BD15 7NE

How to Apply

Closing date: 14 November 2025

Interviews: W/C 17 November 2025

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged and can be arranged by contacting the school office on 01274 541737 or office@stm.bcwcat.co.uk. Please note, we can only accept applications completed on the CES Application form. CES Application packs are available on our website and from the school office.

Please note the school will be closed for half term from Monday 27 October - Tuesday 4 November.

Supporting documents

Safeguarding

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all members of staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the exceptions order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Appointments will be made subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, and the receipt of satisfactory references and all other pre-employment checks.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. Our recruitment process is based on merit and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We strive to foster a work environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our shared success.

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