Family Support Officer £2k welcome bonus

Family Support Officer

• Annual Salary: £27,713 - £30,250 (dependent on qualifications) + £2,000 Welcome Bonus*
• Location: Effingham, Surrey
• Job Type: Full-time, Term Time (40 hours per week)

Reed Education are representing a wonderful SEN School in Effingham, and we are on the lookout for a Family Support Officer. This role is crucial in supporting families of students aged 11 to 16 years with ASD and other associated difficulties. You will work closely with our DSL/Pastoral lead and the therapy team to make a significant impact on our students’ lives.

• Act as a role model and support the development of supportive relationships between home and school.
• Coordinate the effective implementation of the Attendance Policy.
• Monitor and report on pupils out of school and those with attendance concerns.
• Liaise with parents/carers who are currently open to family support and early help to ensure a multi-disciplinary approach.
• Provide appropriate training to staff through CPD.
• Offer therapeutic support to pupils struggling to engage in class-based learning or school, aiming for re-engagement in class.
• Track attendance and provide data for the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and Governors.
• Ensure all relevant monitoring, recording, and reporting has been completed, to ensure compliance with relevant policies, procedures, and legislation.

• GCSE Maths and English qualification minimum Grade 4 or equivalent.
• A relevant professional qualification or the ability to gain Level 3 in working with children and young people.
• Level 3 in working with children and young people is highly desirable.
• Qualifications in psychology or social care would be desirable.

• Life assurance.
• Enhanced Pension.
• Welcome bonus is payable in 2 payments - 50% following successful completion of probation and 50% after one year of service.
• Perkbox - offering high street discounts.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Car lease scheme.
• Fully funded training and qualifications.
• Bike to work scheme.
• Free membership to our Health cash back plan - Claim back money on services such as dental, optical, physio, and many more.

You can apply here. For more information on this position, please call Katie at our Croydon office.

Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks including an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young adults in our care and is a disability confident and equal opportunities employer.

*Note: The welcome bonus is subject to terms and conditions. This advert may be removed at any time without prior notice if the position is filled. Candidates shortlisted may be subject to an online search.