We are looking for an effective and enthusiastic Parent and Family Support Advisor (PFSA) who will be able to complement our team of dedicated and hardworking staff through supporting parents and families of our school. We are looking for a committed and empathetic person to work with our Peasedown St John Primary School families for up to 18 hours a week (2/3 days). An encouraging and positive personality, flexible approach and excellent communication skills are crucial for this post. You will be required to work alongside school staff in supporting parents, families and children in a variety of ways. Experience of delivering individual or group based support and proven recent experience in working with children and families is essential. The work of the PFSA will allow children and families to feel supported and will ensure effective outcomes in terms of improving mental health, wellbeing, relationships and home and school circumstances for many of our families. The post holder will also support improved attendance.Peasedown St John Primary School is a large 2-form entry primary school set in the heart of Peasedown St John village near the City of Bath.
At PSJ we CARE! Our values of Curiosity, Aspiration, Resilience and Empathy help children to thrive in their learning and as they develop as young people. Our vision to ‘Achieve Excellence for Ourselves and Others’ drives all that we do. We have a strong ethos of nurture, high expectations for all children and strong relationships. Our children are polite, keen to learn and love to be challenged! The school has seen rapid improvement since joining the MNSP Trust in 2019 and was recently inspected as a new school in September 2023 achieving Good in all areas. Applications should be submitted via eteach by 9.00 am on Monday 11 November. Interviews will take place in the week beginning 18 November. Questions about the school or the vacancy are welcome. Contact details and other information are available on our website but please note we are on school holiday the week beginning 28 October and our reply may be delayed until we return on 4 November.