Family Support Worker

Job Description

Across the school day, staff in this role help maintain routines and professional standards. Collaboration with school staff is central to ensuring pupils are supported, expectations are clear, and safeguarding standards are upheld. Reliability, adaptability, and professionalism are essential. Supports daily school routines and operations. Works collaboratively with staff and pupils. Mains professional and safeguarding standards. Adapts to the needs of the school environment.

Desired Experience + Qualifications

• Experience working with families. children. or community services.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Calm. non-judgemental approach to sensitive situations.
• Strong safeguarding awareness and consistent practice.

About the School

Located in Oxfordshire (OX11), this All-through school holds a secure Ofsted Good rating and is recognised for its strong pastoral framework and commitment to family engagement. Staff work closely with parents and carers to ensure pupils are supported consistently both in and out of school. The school places high value on early intervention, clear communication, and relationship-led support. Families are encouraged to work in partnership with staff, creating a shared understanding around wellbeing, attendance, and learning expectations. Leadership is approachable and highly supportive of pastoral roles, offering CPD in safeguarding, family engagement, and multi-agency working. The environment is calm, inclusive, and values collaboration — an excellent setting for someone who believes strong family relationships are central to pupil success.