SHS Family Support Practitioner (School Based)
Location: Infinite Schools, Wigan WN5 0QL
Hours: 5 days per week, Term Time Only + inset days
Salary: £22,274 – 24,796 per annum (term‑time only)
Closing date: 07/07/2026
Interview dates:
- 1st Stage interview (online interview) 10/07/2026
- 2nd Stage interview (in person at the setting) 15/07/2026
This is a permanent position.
Our mission at School‑Home Support is simple. We get children and young people back in school ready to learn, whatever it takes.
We are looking for a Family Support Practitioner to join our team and make a difference in children’s lives every single day. As the Family Support Practitioner, you will be based in 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. You will also focus your support to help improve attendance, punctuality and engagement in learning.
Key responsibilities include building and maintaining strong relationships with families, schools and other agencies, and applying safeguarding procedures effectively.
You’ll have previous experience of:
- Working in an education setting or similar to improve a child’s school attendance and engagement in learning
- Engaging with parents/carers, children or individuals through individual and/or group-based support
- Understanding factors affecting a child’s capacity to learn
- Working with families from diverse communities
- Providing holistic family support
- Safeguarding processes and referral routes for safeguarding children
- Holding a full driving license with access to your own vehicle
We are committed to maximising staff wellbeing and creating an inclusive, safe environment where everyone feels comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work.
As an employer, 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
School-Home Support takes the duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of children very seriously. We are committed to ensuring that our safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and 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.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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