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SHS Family Support Practitioner (School-based)
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\nLocation: Woodlands Primary School, Sheffield S14 1SL
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\nHours: 5 days per week, Term Time Only + inset days
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\nSalary: £20,800- £22,274 per annum
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\nClosing date: 03/09/2026
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\nInterview dates:
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\n1st Stage interview: (online interview) 08/09/2026
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\n2nd Stage interview: (in person at the setting) w/b 14/09/2026
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\nThis is a permanent position
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\nOur mission at School-Home Support is simple. We get children and young people back in school ready to learn, whatever it takes. Is this a mission for you? Yes? Then read on.
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\nWe are looking for a Family Support Practitioner to join our team and to make a difference in children’s lives every single day. 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 to promote and improve educational outcomes for the children and their families we support. You will also focus your support to help improve attendance, punctuality and engagement in learning.
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\nYou will have excellent relationship-building and communication skills with a proven ability to communicate with a wide group of people.
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\nYou’ll have previous experience of:

working in an education setting or similar to improve a child’s school attendance and engagement in learning
working and engaging with parents/carers, children or individuals through individual and/or group-based support
factors affecting a child’s capacity to learn
working with families from diverse communities
holistic family support
safeguarding processes and referral routes for safeguarding children

We are committed to maximising staff wellbeing and creating an inclusive, safe environment where everyone feels comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work.
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\nAs 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

Please demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria of the person specification in your supporting statement.
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\nFor an informal and confidential chat about the role, please email recruitment@shs.org.uk or call HR on 020 7426 5000.
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\nWe are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Please email recruitment@shs.org.uk or call HR on 020 7426 5000 if you need any special arrangements or adjustments to help you take part in this recruitment process.
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\nSchool-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. 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.

SHS Family Support Practitioner (School Based)

Sheffield, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom

S14 1SL

£20,800 to £22,274 per year

Permanent - Full-time

Posted today

Closing date: 04/09/2026

Job reference: PO1645178SheSFSPB

Documents

Job Description.pdf

SHS Family Support Practitioner (School Based)

Sheffield, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom

£20,800 to £22,274 per year

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