Family Support Worker

Northgate School Academy Trust, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN2 6LR

10 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  12 October 2026

• Closing date

  28 August 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  18 August 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £29,540.00 - £32,597.00 Annually (FTE)

Family Support Worker job summary

Northgate School Academy Trust is a successful school in Northampton, serving children and young people aged between 11 and 18. All pupils have an Education, Health and Care Plan. The school caters for a range of complex needs in particular:

• Moderate learning difficulties
• Autism
• Speech, Language and Communication difficulties

Whilst we recognise that our children and young people have special educational needs we also work hard to recognise and celebrate and build upon their strengths and encourage them to be 'their best self'.

We require a family support worker to join our dedicated team to work in partnership with families to strengthen relationships and capacity and to reduce barriers to learning by increasing parental engagement in their local community and in their young person’s education. You will have working knowledge and demonstrable understanding of The Children Act of 1989 & 2004, Child protection and safeguarding issues and data protection. You will be an effective communicator who easily builds relationships with people.

In particular, we are looking for someone who:

To work closely with families and young people and complete home visits, as required

Work with outside agencies to ensure the best outcome for families and young people such as Housing, NSPCC, Sure Start, Social Care etc.

Support all areas of Child Protection and Safeguarding and act as a designated safeguarding officer (DSO)

Complete Early Help assessment referrals, as required

Co-ordinate, attend and contribute to LAC/PEP/CIN/TAF review meetings

Assist with the organisation of Parent/Carer Forum meetings and training sessions

Keep abreast of new initiatives, policies and legal requirements through regular training.

Work directly with young people developing positive relationships and providing appropriate support to address a range of needs including disruptive behaviour and anxieties.

Actively support and contribute to student reports and annual reviews as required.

To provide opportunities for families to engage with the school before their child begins their placement.

To maintain records in accordance with the policies and procedures in place in school, including case studies.

Support Student Leadership Programme and run the Student Council.

In return, we offer:

• A friendly and inclusive working environment and the chance to be part of a fantastic team who work hard and support each other
• Children and young people who are keen to learn
• A school determined to support wellbeing and work-life balance
• High quality continual professional development and training

Benefits:

Sick Pay

Teacher and support staff pension scheme available

Free on-site car parking

Regular training and development, team and wellbeing sessions

Employee Assistance Programme (Relate)

We do not expect teachers to come to school knowing “everything there is to know” about SEND, however previous experience would be an advantage.

What next? If you are interested in the position, please do not hesitate to contact the Headteacher, Mrs Francesca Shears via email: d.spencer@northgateacademy.org.uk to find out more about this great opportunity.

Northgate School Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff to share this commitment. We will ensure that our recruitment and selection process reflects this commitment.

The post is subject to an Enhanced DBS clearance, medical clearance and references that are satisfactory to the school.

Closing date for applications: 28 August 2026

Interviews: w/c 7 September 2026

Start date: 12 October 2026

Salary range: £29,540 to £32,597 full time salary

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Northgate is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults and expects staff to share this commitment. We will ensure that our recruitment and selection process reflects this commitment.

An enhanced (DBS Disclosure & Barring Service), health check and suitable references will be required for the successful candidate.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Northgate School Academy Trust

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Size: 289 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Northgate School Academy Trust website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/northgate-school-arts-college

Northgate is a special secondary school (11-18 years) for pupils with learning difficulties, physical and sensory disabilities and up to a third of pupils are on the autistic spectrum. 260 pupils on roll.

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