Parent Support Adviser

Lady Seawards are looking to appoint an exceptional candidate who:

• Will proactively seek ways to remove barriers to learning through supporting vulnerable children and their families throughout the school.
• Has excellent knowledge of support services and safeguarding procedures and is willing to act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead and complete the Level 3 training if required.
• Is confident signposting and coordinating the necessary multi-agency support to enable parents to help raise their child’s levels of attainment and achievement.
• Is confident leading multi-agency meetings and is familiar with Rights For Children.
• Is confident delivering safeguarding training to colleagues.
• Is skilled at developing relationships with children, parents and staff at all levels and is an advocate for the relational approach.
• Is skilled at delivering interventions with children.
• Will work effectively with the school team to improve attendance.

-Is not phased by the daily challenge and variety that a busy primary school can present.

The position is for 6.5 hours per week, which is 1 full day per week in school. The contract will be 40 weeks per year - term time plus 2 more full days across the year in inset days or holidays.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this post. Our Child Protection policy can be found on the school's website. All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search.

First Federation Trust require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.

All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search. Applications supported by recruitment agencies will not be considered.