Assistant Family Worker at Grasmere Nursery School

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  Job Reference #
EDV/2025/GNS/59820
  Location
Icknield Way, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU3 2BT
  Contract Type
Fixed Term
  Contract Term
Full-Time
  Salary
Luton NJC - Level 3 (Pro-rated to Term-time salary)
  Closing Date
11:59pm, 18th May 2025
  Start Date
1/09/2025
  Positions Available
1
   Positions Available        1
  Interview Date(s)
TBC
   Interview Date(s)           TBC
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POSITION                                       FAMILY SUPPORT ASSISTANT
RESPONSIBLE TO                      FAMILY WORKER
GRADE                                               L3

DIRECT REPORTS                      NONE

HOURS                                              35 HOURS PER WEEK

 

Purpose of the Post:


To work within the nursery’s Family Support worker to support parents, carers, children, and their families in children's learning and development. The role aims to ensure that, in partnership with the nursery and other agencies, children and their families are supported to meet key developmental outcomes and access the necessary services to support their well-being.

 

 

Principal Responsibilities:

 

·         Support the Family Support Worker in delivering family activities, Stay and Play sessions, and other parental engagement initiatives in alignment with the School Development Plan.

·         Collaborate across the nursery as directed by the Family Support Worker, Headteacher, or Senior Leadership Team (SLT).

·         Assist in fostering family engagement to enhance children’s learning, well-being, and overall development.

·         Implement agreed actions following assessments of children's and families' needs, including participation in school-based meetings and home visits.

·         Provide support to children during key life transitions, including educational moves that may affect their development or learning.

·         Attend and participate in relevant training and professional development as directed by the Family Worker, Headteacher, or SLT.

·         Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential records; ensure appropriate information is documented and shared within the nursery team.

·         Serve as a point of contact for families and staff to facilitate clear, consistent communication and information sharing.

·         Support or lead crèche provision as required by the Family Support Team.

·         In the absence of the Family Worker, deputise for Stay and Play or other self-led groups. This may include providing support in other areas of the nursery as needed.

·         Share responsibility for gate duties during arrival and collection times.

·         Build and maintain positive relationships with parents and carers.

·         Record all concerns, conversations, and relevant information on CPOMS and share with appropriate staff as necessary.

·         Plan and deliver 1:1 or small group sessions (e.g., story, yoga, music), particularly for children identified as CP, CIN, FPS, or those with emerging needs.

·         Offer a weekly nurture timetable and liaise with class teams to identify children requiring additional emotional or social support.

·         Conduct home visits to support families and build strong parent/carer relationships.

·         Make referrals and liaise with external agencies such as Flying Start, Health Visiting, and CAMHS to provide appropriate family support.

·         Collaborate with Flying Start to ensure families access the most relevant and appropriate support services.

·         Organise and deliver coffee mornings or parent workshops on general or specific topics (e.g., toilet training, behaviour management, healthy eating), potentially in collaboration with external agencies.

·         Support children and families during the transition into nursery, including offering reassurance and guidance to parents/carers.

·         Assist with transitions between nursery age groups, particularly from 0–3s to 3–5s, ensuring continuity of care and support.

·         Undertake ad hoc administrative tasks, including the creation of flyers, newsletters, letters, and email communication with parents.

·         Assist in maintaining community spaces by:

·         Preparing environments for group activities

·         Creating and updating displays and notice boards

·         Organising and managing resources

·         Monitoring and replenishing refreshment supplies

·         Ensuring the environment is safe and clean in accordance with health and safety regulations

·         Carry out any other duties and responsibilities reasonably assigned by the Headteacher or Senior Leadership Team that are commensurate with the role and grade.

 

 

Context:

 

Grasmere Nursery School has a strong commitment to inclusion and parental involvement. The Family Support Assistant will work closely with the nursery’s Inclusion Team to support families through home visits, school-based opportunities, and wider community engagement.

 

This role is term-time only, plus one additional week as directed by the senior leadership team. The position is initially for one year, with the possibility of extension subject to funding availability.

 

The Family Support Assistant will work in alignment with key outcomes to:

Support children's well-being and safety

Promote positive engagement in learning and development

Enhance family participation in the nursery community

Foster inclusion and equal access to support services

 

Commitment to Safeguarding:

 

Grasmere Nursery School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and adhere to all safeguarding policies and procedures.

All support staff are part of a whole-school team and are expected to support the values and ethos of the nursery, focusing on the needs of colleagues, parents, and pupils within a dynamic and supportive environment.


Contact Details

  Vijith Vijay
  01582593426
  vvijay@grasmere.nurseryluton.com


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