Family Support Worker (Fixed-Term)

The Hanley and Upton Educational Trust is seeking to appoint two Family Support Workers to work across Hanley Castle High School and our partner primary schools. This is a unique opportunity to provide early, practical and relational support to vulnerable children and their families, helping to improve attendance, strengthen engagement and ensure children are safe, in school and able to learn. We are seeking compassionate, resilient and highly organised individuals with experience of working directly with children, young people and families, including those facing difficulties or crisis. Applicants should hold a relevant Level 3 qualification (or above) in a related field, such as family support, social care, youth work, early years, teaching or counselling, or be able to demonstrate equivalent experience. Successful candidates will be skilled in building trusting relationships with children and families, remaining calm and non-judgemental in challenging situations, working collaboratively with partner agencies and helping families overcome barriers that affect children's wellbeing, attendance and engagement with school. Strong safeguarding knowledge, effective record-keeping, excellent communication skills and a commitment to improving outcomes for vulnerable children are essential. A full driving licence and access to a vehicle are required. Working hours: 35 hours per week, term-only plus 8 Professional Development Days (PDD’s). Terms: This is a fixed-term position for two years in the first instance funded through a time-limited funding allocation, with the potential for continuation subject to future funding arrangements. Salary: Scale 6, SCP18 – 22, £32,578 - £34,811 FTE. Pro-rated to £26,471 - £28,286 per annum. Start date: As soon as possible. To apply: To apply, please complete our application form (attached) by the closing date of 9.00am on Thursday 15 October 2026. Interviews are expected to be held on Tuesday 20 October 2026. For further information, please see the application pack attached. Further information: Hanley Castle is a dynamic and pleasantly situated high performing Academy, which is justifiably proud of its local and national reputation for academic excellence. Founded in 1326, the school provides a unique blend of academic rigour, modern facilities and traditional values. The school is heavily oversubscribed and our Sixth Form is flourishing. Hanley Castle High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and as such expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake pre-employment checks including an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service. Online searches are now undertaken on all shortlisted candidates, for safeguarding suitability, as part of the due diligence. References are obtained, before interview wherever possible, which include specific enquiries about the applicant's background in relation to safeguarding.