At Whitefield Primary Academy our tagline is 'Respecting others and being the best, we can be' and we do this through our values-based education. As a values-based school, our children are empowered to love learning and our school community is a happy, harmonious and engaging place where children feel secure.

As part of a Multi Academy Trust - Pioneer Learning Trust - we work closely with our Trust partners to provide excellent opportunities for our children.

Family Support Worker

Hours of work

37 Hours 

8.15am - 4.15pm Monday to Thursday 

8.15am - 3.45pm Friday 

30 minutes lunch every day

Term Time only plus inset days

We are looking to recruit a supportive and committed Family Support Worker to support our children and their families.

The ideal candidate would be someone able to work calmly and professionally, in collaboration with external professionals, to ensure the needs of our children and their families are met.

You must enjoy the challenge of working with our school community and want to make a difference to our children’s well-being and education.

Are you?

Calm, patient and resourceful?

Do you have plenty of energy and enthusiasm?

Are fully committed to the principles of pastoral support?

Do you want to make a difference to a child's life?

We are looking to employ someone who will have a positive influence on our children.

We can offer:

A welcoming and friendly workplace with an exceptionally dedicated staff team.

A highly skilled , experienced, and committed School Leaders.

A well -resourced working environment.

A strong and highly responsive central trust support team.

Staff well-being is a priority for our team, and we work closely with our staff to achieve positive work/life balance.

So, if you would like to join our amazing team and be part of our exciting journey then please apply today!

Applicants for this public-facing post will need to demonstrate the ability to converse, and provide effective help or advice, fluently in spoken English.

CVs will not be accepted for any post based in schools.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Visits to tour our school sites are welcomed and strongly encouraged.

Please contact Megan Hankey-hankeym@whitefield.primaryluton.co.uk/01582 596108 to arrange a visit, answer any queries or for an informal chat.

Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

We reserve the right to close the advert early if sufficient interest is received.