P126996 - Family Support Worker - Larkspur Primary School

The Headteacher and Governors of Larkspur Primary School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, compassionate and dedicated Family Support Worker to join our caring and ambitious school community.

At Larkspur, we believe every child and family should feel valued, supported and welcomed. We are proud of our inclusive ethos and our commitment to ensuring that every child is Ready, Respectful and Resilient. Our Family Support Worker plays a vital role in helping us achieve this by working alongside children, families and staff to remove barriers to learning, strengthen home-school relationships and ensure every child has the opportunity to succeed.

Working in a non-judgemental and supportive manner, the successful candidate will provide early help and targeted support to families, promote positive attendance and behaviour, deliver therapeutic and emotional wellbeing support, and help families access appropriate services and opportunities. This is a highly rewarding role that contributes significantly to our vision of creating a true sense of belonging for all within our school community.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting our whole-school approach to attendance, inclusion, emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour, helping every child to feel safe, valued and successful at Larkspur.

We are looking for someone who:

Can build positive, trusting relationships with children, families, staff and external agencies.

Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Is passionate about supporting children and families to overcome barriers to success.

Can work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Demonstrates empathy, professionalism and resilience when supporting others.

Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Will actively promote and uphold the values and ethos of Larkspur Primary School.

Is committed to their own professional development and continual learning.

In return, we can offer:

A warm, welcoming and inclusive school community where relationships matter.

Wonderful children who are enthusiastic, respectful and eager to learn.

Supportive and dedicated colleagues who work closely together as a team.

Strong leadership and a commitment to staff wellbeing.

High-quality professional development opportunities.

The opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of children and families.

Safeguarding

Larkspur Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and all safer recruitment checks.

Please provide an email address for each of your referees. References will be obtained and verified prior to interview.

We strongly encourage prospective applicants to visit the school prior to application. This is an excellent opportunity to experience our inclusive ethos, meet members of the team and gain a deeper understanding of the positive impact this role has within our school community.

This is an exciting time to join Larkspur Community Primary School as we continue our journey of improvement and strive to provide the very best opportunities for every child.

Application packs are available from the school office larkspurcommunityprimaryschool@gateshead.gov.uk

You can also download the application forms from the school website www.larkspurprimary.co.uk

Could you please return your completed application form along with a supporting statement to the following address:

Mrs K Anglesea

Head Teacher

Larkspur community Primary School

Beacon Lough East

NE9 6SS

If successful you will be required to apply for an enhanced Disclosure.

Please supply an email address for each of your referees, all references will be taken up and verified prior to interview.

This job is term time only; however, there may be some instances when you are required to work during school holidays. Additional holidays would be allocated, in agreement with the Head Teacher, to compensate for this.

Salary amounts quoted are from the 1 September to 31 August and therefore if you commence employment part way through the academic year, they are subject to an equated salary adjustment.

Closing Date: 12 noon Monday 23 November 2026

Shortlisting to take place: Tuesday 23rd November 2026

Interview Date: Week Commencing Monday 30th November