Family Support officer - DDSL

Overview and Responsibilities

Family Support officer - DDSL

Location: Effingham, Surrey

Actual salary: £28,249 - £31,465 dependant on qualifications Plus £2000 Welcome bonus For a candidate with SEN Experience

Hourly rate: £16.14 - £17.61 per hour

Hours: 40 hours per week - Term Time only - Start time 8.15am - Finish time Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday 4.45pm. Thursday 5pm and Friday 4pm

Aurora Poppyfield School

Join our dedicated team at Poppyfield School, where we support students aged 11-16 with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) through a nurturing and inclusive approach. We empower our young people to access the national curriculum in a way that works for them and to achieve meaningful vocational qualifications by the time they leave school.

Due to internal promotion we're looking to recruit a Family Support Officer. You will work with our DSL/Pastoral lead, together with the therapy team in supporting families of our students.

To see more about the work that Poppyfield does please follow this link -

Why Apply?

• You want to make a real difference to pupils and their families.
• You enjoy working with an inspiring pupil community.
• You value collaboration within a committed multi-disciplinary team.
• You care about well-being and want an organisation that shares those values.
• You're looking for an employer that supports, develops, and invests in its staff.

Key Duties:

• Act as a role model and support the development of supportive relationships between home and school.
• To coordinate the effective implementation of the Attendance Policy.
• Monitor, track and report on pupil attendance and those where there are concerns around attendance.
• To liaise with parents/carers who are currently open to family support and early help to ensure a multi-disciplinary approach.
• Deliver relevant staff training (CPD).
• To provide therapeutic support to pupils who are struggling to engage in class based learning or school, in consultation with the therapy team and key members of the teaching team, with the aim of re-engagement in class.
• Produce attendance and family-support data for SLT and Governors.
• Ensure that all relevant monitoring, recording and reporting has been completed, to ensure compliance with relevant policies, procedures and legislation.

Please note that duties will vary and you will be expected to contribute to the overall aims of Poppyfield when required. Please see the link below for our full job description:

Job Description - Family Support Officer

Skills and Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English qualification minimum Grade 4 or equivalent is essential.
• A relevant professional qualification or the ability to gain L3 in working with children and young people.
• L3 in working with children and young people is highly desirable.
• Qualifications in psychology or social care would be desirable.

Benefits and Additional Information

What's on Offer at Aurora?

We believe in supporting you as much as we support the children and young people in our care. Here's a snapshot of the fantastic benefits waiting for you:

Grow with Us - Training & Development

Learning never stops at Aurora! We offer a wide range of training programmes and career development opportunities to help you build your skills and reach your goals.

Save Money on Everyday Essentials

With the rising cost of living, our Perkbox app helps you stretch your money further:

• Discounts on groceries, phone plans, internet, dining out, gym memberships & more
• Access to our Cycle to Work and Car Scheme

Access Wagestream - a financial wellbeing app that helps you track earnings, save, get expert money advice, and even access part of your pay early when needed

Competitive Pay & Reward

We regularly benchmark our pay and benefits to stay ahead of the curve. You'll enjoy:

• Enhanced Annual Leave
• Company Sick Pay
• Enhanced Pension
• Life Assurance

24/7 GP Access - For You & Your Household

Need a doctor? No problem. Book a phone or video appointment anytime, day or night. This service covers everyone in your household.

UK Health Cash Plan

Cover everyday healthcare costs like dental and optician bills. You and your children are included in the scheme, and you can upgrade to add your partner too!

Employee Assistance Programme

Your wellbeing matters. Get confidential support on a wide range of issues, including:

• Freephone counselling (available 24/7)
• Online tools and resources

Refer a Friend - Earn £1,000!

Know someone who'd be a great fit? Refer them and get rewarded!( Terms apply)

Welcome bonus is payable in 2 payments - 50% following successful completion of probation and 50% after one year service

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