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SHS Family Support Practitioner
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Location: St John Wall Catholic School, Birmingham
Salary
A GBP 23,232 - A GBP 25,862 per annum (This role is term-time only; the salary is in line with working weeks)
Vacancy Type
Fixed Term until 9th of July 2027 (5 days per week, Term Time Only + inset days)
Closing date
Monday 5 October 2026
Our Mission
Our mission at School:Home Support is simple. We get children and young people back in school ready to learn, whatever it takes. Is this a mission for you? Yes? Then read on.
About the Role
We are looking for a Family Support Practitioner to join our team and to make a difference in children's lives every single day. As the Family Support Practitioner, you will be based at the setting and work in close partnership with school staff to deliver a programme of casework to promote and improve educational outcomes for the children and their families we support. You will also focus your support to help improve attendance, punctuality, and engagement in learning.
Key Requirements
You will have excellent relationship-building and communication skills with a proven ability to communicate with a wide group of people.
Previous Experience
- Working in an education setting or similar to improve a child's school attendance and engagement in learning
- Working and engaging with parents/carers, children, or individuals through individual and/or group-based support
- Factors affecting a child's capacity to learn
- Working with families from diverse communities
- Holistic family support
- Safeguarding processes and referral routes for safeguarding children
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Our Commitment
We are committed to maximising staff wellbeing and creating an inclusive, safe environment where everyone feels comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work.
What We Offer
- Employee Assistance Programme, providing confidential support for you and your family
- Life assurance for added financial security
- Pension scheme
- A structured induction programme with training throughout your first 6 months to help you feel confident and supported in your role
- Regular supervision and reflective practice to support your wellbeing and professional development
- The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children, young people, and families
- A supportive and collaborative team environment where your experience and ideas are valued
- Opportunities to build strong relationships with schools and communities through varied and rewarding work
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Application Instructions
Please demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria of the person specification in your supporting statement.
Interview Process
- 1st Stage Interview: Wednesday 7 October 2026 (online interview)
- 2nd Stage Interview: Week commencing 12 October 2026
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for School:Home Support, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Equal Opportunities
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Safeguarding Commitment
School:Home Support takes very seriously the duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and is committed to ensuring that our safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance, and complies with best practice. Our safeguarding policy recognises that the welfare and interests of children are paramount in all circumstances. All roles at SHS are subject to a DBS Check. All family support roles at SHS are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.
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