Family Support Worker

Are you passionate about supporting children, families and communities to thrive? At Coombe House School, we are seeking a compassionate and committed Family Support Worker to join our dedicated team. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference by strengthening relationships between home and school and supporting families to overcome barriers to learning, attendance and wellbeing. About the role Working closely with our Head of Safeguarding, AP, Welfare and Attendance, you will provide early intervention and targeted support to pupils and their families within our therapeutic thinking environment. You’ll act as a key link between home and school -building trusting relationships, offering practical and emotional support, and helping families access the right services at the right time. This is primarily a school-based role, with some outreach work including home visits and working alongside external agencies. Key responsibilities · Build strong, trusting relationships with parents, carers and pupils · Provide early help and targeted family support interventions · Work collaboratively with safeguarding, pastoral and therapeutic teams · Develop and lead support plans for children and families · Support pupils with transitions and emotional wellbeing · Liaise with external agencies and attend professional meetings · Promote attendance, engagement and positive outcomes for pupils About you We are looking for someone who: · Has experience working with children and families, particularly with SEMH, ASC or complex needs · Understands trauma-informed and relational approaches · Is confident working both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team · Communicates effectively with a wide range of stakeholders · Is compassionate, resilient and committed to making a difference · Holds a relevant qualification (or is willing to work towards one) · Has a full driving licence (essential for home visits Our school Coombe House School is an independent