Salary: £17,588 p.a. actual salary (full time equivalent: £29,321)
Contract Type: Term Time Only
Hours: 21 hours per week
Job Reference Number: PHS-FSCO
Job Location: England
Job Area: Peterhouse School, Southport
Closing Date: 24th January 2025
Peterhouse School is a non-maintained Specialist School for autistic children and young people aged 5-19 in Southport. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a:
Family Support Co-ordinator £17,588 p.a. actual salary (full time equivalent: £29,321) 21 hrs / week, term-time only We are looking for an experienced and supportive practitioner who can take a holistic approach to supporting disadvantaged students and their families, working 1:1 with young people and their parents/carers to identify support needs and barriers to learning, and address these creatively and flexibly.
In this role, you will work collaboratively with students, families, colleagues from across Peterhouse School and its Flexible Education provision, as well as external stakeholders such as Social Workers and CAMHS professionals.
You will be working primarily with the Peterhouse Flexible Education team, which supports young people who are unable to access school due to their significant mental health needs.
You will have a positive outlook, a sensitive and non-judgmental approach, and a willingness to reflect and develop. You will have experience in social work and Special Educational Needs, with a strong understanding of autism.
In order to meet the needs of families, you will be expected to work flexibly, including some work during evenings, weekends, and school holidays. Ability to drive and access to your own vehicle with appropriate insurance are required.
What do we offer? An innovative and dynamic school with good established practices, a sound financial position, and a future place of growth; A stable, friendly, and committed staff team determined to give all learners the best possible opportunities; Strong wellbeing support, including access to our Employee Assistance Programme; Free Medicash membership (after two years in service); A range of employee benefits, including Cycle to Work scheme, staff prize draws, etc.; Your own laptop and smartphone. Peterhouse School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check with barred list information, the cost of which will be met by Autism Initiatives.
How to Apply If you are interested in the above position, we would be delighted to hear from you. Contact details for further information are: or Alternatively, please e-mail or to request an application pack.
The closing date for completed applications is 24 th January 2025 Interviews will be held during w/c 10 th February 2025 We are committed to equal opportunities in employment and service delivery. Registered Charity No 702632
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