What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking to appoint a Family Support Worker with excellent interpersonal skills to join our successful team based in our own office on site at Windmill Primary School. We are looking for an experienced practitioner, who is able to form excellent relationships and has a track record of supporting families to successful outcomes, such as improved educational outcomes, self-esteem, resilience and aspiration.
What the school offers its staff
The JESS Cluster supports families and schools in the LS10 and LS11 area of Leeds to live full, successful and healthy lives by offering parenting support through delivering one to one work and group work programmes.
We are located within easy access from the A1 and M1 motorways and within commutable distance from Leeds, Halifax, Wakefield, Bradford, Barnsley and York.
The Cluster comprises 11 primary schools and 2 secondary/further education establishments across this geographical area and we work closely with our cluster schools through our early help agenda.
We can offer:
• A chance to work in a vibrant and energetic area of Leeds, one of the country’s fastest growing cities
• A chance to work with over 11,000 fantastic, enthusiastic children who want the best start in life
• The opportunity to become part of a community where children are at the heart of all we do
• A supportive and experienced Family Support Team
• A cluster that values your training and personal development
Further details about the role
This role, whilst based at Windmill Primary School, is part of Leeds City Council's JESS Cluster service.
Interviews are scheduled for 2nd December 2024
Commitment to safeguarding
Our schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidates will be subject to a Disclosure and barring Service check. We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds