Family Link Worker

Required as soon as possible. Term Time Only
Salary Level 6, SCP 24–29: £32,101–£36,413 inc. London Weighting,
pro-rated for term time only hours plus 5 inset days.
Pro-rata (actual) salary £17,850–£20,248.
Hours: 24 hours per week; flexible working can be negotiated.
Closing date: Wednesday 16 October 2024.

The SEBD Outreach Service (SEBDOS) are a group of professionals who work with schools, families and pupils who have Social, Emotional and Mental Health Difficulties that make it hard for them to reach their potential at school. The key aims for the Service are preventing exclusion and raising achievement. SEBDOS is highly regarded and successful, and has contributed to Slough’s low exclusion rates. We work in partnership with other services and agencies; multi-disciplinary working is well established and produces excellent outcomes for children and families.

We are looking for an experienced individual who will provide a family support link which will serve the needs of children experiencing emotional and behavioural difficulties, either in school or at home and whose education is at risk. The role will involve working with children, young people and their families across all school phases.

It is essential that the ideal candidate will have:

• Relevant experience and qualifications in a related area working with children and families e.g. Health, Social Care, Family Support, Youth Work, Psychology, Education.
• A current driving licence and access to a car on a daily basis
• Evidence of continuous professional development and a willingness to undertake further training.

If you are committed to inclusion for all, and have the resilience and enthusiasm to contribute to the ongoing development of this successful, friendly, service, we would like to hear from you.

Further information and an application pack can be obtained from Sofia Iqbal at sofia.iqbal@littledown.slough.sch.uk or on (01753) 521734 (option2). 

Application packs can also be found on our website: www.SEBDOS.co.uk.

Please note that CVs are not accepted.

Closing date: 16th October 2024.
Interviews: 23rd & 24th October 2024.

SEBD Outreach Service (SEBDOS)
Part of The Specialist Education Trust, based at Littledown School, Slough.

The Specialist Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for the successful candidate in accordance with Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Education Legislation. References will be taken up prior to interview.