Dorset Council
Parent Support Advisor at St. Mary the Virgin Church of England Primary School
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Parent Support Advisor at St. Mary the Virgin Church of England Primary School
Contract: Fixed Term until 31.08.2027
Salary: £12,472.00 Annually (Actual) Grade 7, Point 8 Hours: 20 hours per week for 39 weeks per year
St Mary the Virgin CE Primary School are seeking a highly organised and compassionate Parent Support Advisor to join their dedicated team. This is a rewarding role that provides vital support to parents and families within the school community.
Key Responsibilities
- Acting as the first point of contact for parents, offering advice and support in a friendly, professional manner.
- Working collaboratively to help overcome barriers to learning, including challenges with attendance, behaviour, and wellbeing.
- Signposting parents to appropriate external agencies and community support when necessary.
- Supporting the school’s safeguarding and pastoral work.
- Leading small group sessions to support learning across the curriculum.
- Building and maintaining positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
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Requirements
An ideal candidate will possess:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organisation, reliability, and workload management abilities.
- The capacity to form strong, positive relationships with children, families, and staff.
- A caring, empathetic, and solution-focused approach.
- Prior experience in administration / family support.
- Experience working with children.
Further Information
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To learn more about the school, visit their [careers page](link redacted).
For school visits, kindly contact the School Office at [email protected] to arrange.
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Safeguarding & Compliance
SAST conducts online searches of shortlisted candidates during the recruitment process to ensure suitability for working with children. All staff are subject to enhanced DBS and Children’s Barred List checks and must comply with KCSIE safeguarding guidance.
The role carries safeguarding responsibilities, including first aid administration and direct work with young people.
Diversity & Inclusion
SAST is committed to an inclusive, diverse workforce and ensures its recruitment process adheres to the Equality Act 2010, protecting applicants from unfair discrimination based on factors such as age, disability, gender, race, religion, or sexual orientation.
Job Location & Right to Work
This role is UK-based, and the right to work will be verified during the application process.
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