SHS Family Support Practitioner (School‑based)
Location: Trinity Academy, Brixton SW2 1QS
Hours: 5 days per week, Term Time Only + inset days
Salary: £25,003 – £27,525 per annum (term‑time only)
Closing date: 26/06/2026
Interview dates – 1st stage (online) 01/07/2026; 2nd stage (in‑person) 07/07/2026
This is a permanent position starting in September.
Overview
Our mission at School:Home Support is simple: we get children and young people back in school ready to learn, whatever it takes.
Responsibilities
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 that promotes and improves educational outcomes for children and their families. You will focus on improving attendance, punctuality and engagement in learning, and build strong relationships with schools and communities.
Required Experience and Skills
- Experience working in an education setting or similar to improve a child’s school attendance and engagement in learning
- Experience engaging with parents/carers, children or individuals through individual and/or group-based support
- Knowledge of factors affecting a child’s capacity to learn
- Experience working with families from diverse communities
- Understanding of holistic family support
- Knowledge of safeguarding processes and referral routes for safeguarding children
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 six months
- 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
Equal Opportunities
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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. All roles at SHS are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.
If you feel you are a suitable candidate, please proceed to our website to complete your application.
For special arrangements or adjustments to help you take part in this recruitment process, please call HR on 020.
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