Family Support Worker - Watermoor C of E Primary School
Cirencester
Grade Grade 5 (pts 11-14) £28,142 – £29,540 pa pro rata
Allowances (Not applicable)
Hours Part Time (18 hours)
Contract Permanent
Closing Date: 22/06/2026
Interview Date: 02/07/2026
Start Date 01/09/2026
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Family Support Worker to join our primary school, with responsibility as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL). This pivotal role will work closely with children, families and external agencies to support pupil wellbeing, remove barriers to learning and promote positive outcomes, while contributing to the school’s safeguarding leadership.
The successful candidate will have strong experience of working with families, a sound understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures, and the confidence to support complex cases within a multi-agency context. You will be reflective, resilient and relationship-focused, able to build trust with families while maintaining professional curiosity and clear boundaries. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference within a supportive school community committed to keeping children safe and thriving.
The post is offered as a salary of Grade 5, Points (12-14) dependent on experience.
This is a part-time post for 18 hours a week. You will work 4.5 hours across four days a week, baseline working pattern of 8:30am - 13:00pm (some flexibility where needed/required).
To arrange a visit or discuss the role further, please email Lois Smith, Headteacher, via head@watermoor.dgat.org.uk or call 01285653817.
Closing date for applications is 1st June 2026 at midday.
For a recruitment pack and an application form please visit www.dgat.org.uk/vacancies
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff, and volunteers, to share the same commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
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