Job Title: Family Support Worker (part time 0.4 fte)

DoWAT Central Team: Waxwell House, Pinner (schools are located across Hertfordshire and North London and a school base will be provided)

Pay Range: £25-35K pro rata depending on experience and qualifications (fixed term for 2 years April 2025-2027  in the first instance)

Directly reporting to: DoWAT SEND and Safeguarding Lead

Key relationships:  SENCos, teachers and teaching assistants within each school

Overall Job Purpose:

We are seeking to appoint one dedicated individual to join the newly formed DoWAT central SEND team as a Family Support Worker. The chosen individual will work on a part time basis (0.4 fte) on Thursdays and Fridays to support school leaders and teachers to support a range of vulnerable pupils and families across our primary and secondary schools.

This individual will play a pivotal role in providing comprehensive support to families within the DoWAT school communities (schools are located throughout Hertfordshire and North London).

The successful candidate will collaborate closely with individual school SEND and Safeguarding leads to ensure the successful implementation of robust family support plans maintaining a consistent approach across the Trust. The Family Support Worker will play a key role in leading Team around the Family meetings and co-ordinating with other external services.

The ideal candidate will exhibit a compassionate and caring attitude, demonstrating an empathetic approach towards families in need. At DoWAT, we value resilience, and each successful candidate will showcase the ability to manage emotionally challenging situations with grace and determination. Previous experience in a similar role is desirable and experience in a SEND position required. 

Applicants will need to be proactive and self-motivated, demonstrating the initiative to address the diverse family support needs that may arise.

Key Responsibilities:

- Providing a high standard of support to families by developing and executing programs that cater to the diverse needs of families within the Trust.

- Facilitate effective communication and collaboration between families, schools, and other external agencies.

- Assess and address the unique needs of families, providing resources, referrals, and support as required.

- Plan and participate in community events to foster family involvement and support networks.

- Oversee day-to-day family support operations, aligning them with the trust's strategic priorities around the preferential option for the vulnerable.

- Contribute to the development of new systems and procedures, particularly related to family support initiatives.

- Prepare regular reports on family support matters for internal and external stakeholders.

- Maintain accurate records of family interactions and support initiatives.

Ideally, candidates will hold a valid drivers license as this post requires travel between schools across the Trust.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and the post holder must be committed to safeguarding the welfare of children.