Parent and Family Support Adviser (PFSA)
13 hours per week, term time plus inset days
Grade 5 points 11 – 17 £28,142 to £31,022 per annum, pro rata
Actual Salary £8,495 - £9,364 per annum
Temporary fixed term contract until August 2027 - Start date: ASAP
**Please visit our website for information on how to apply**
Frome College is seeking a Parent and Family Support Adviser (PFSA) to join their team, focusing on enhancing learning opportunities for families and students through guidance and support. The ideal candidate will assist in addressing challenges, identify potential areas of concern, and promote student engagement within the school community.
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
● experience of working with young people and/or families with additional needs
● excellent communication and problem-solving skills
● ability to work confidentially in a fast-moving environment, often with conflicting priorities
● ability to think and deliver services in a creative and non-stigmatising way
● ability to understand and interpret legislation to meet service requirements
● ability to undertake the role of lead professional where appropriate
● good literacy, numeracy, interpersonal, organisational and administration/IT skills
We offer the successful candidate:
● the opportunity to be part of a strong community and supportive workforce
● a calm and welcoming environment which enjoys a large amount of green, open spaces
● a supportive induction programme and CPD opportunities
● free parking
● onsite catering and nursery
● salary sacrifice schemes including Cycle to Work and an Employee Assistance Freephone Helpline
Frome College is a successful, vibrant, and forward thinking 13-19 Upper School with approximately 1300 students. It is a fast-moving College within the Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership. We are based on a stunning campus in easy reach of Bath and Bristol. Frome itself is a thriving market town, with a vibrant artistic community with the renowned Frome Festival, monthly Sunday market and many restaurants and 2 theatres, one of which is on campus.
Closing date: Midnight Wednesday 2nd September 2026
This post requires a criminal background check via the Disclosure Procedure
Pay: £14.59-£16.08 per hour
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Frome BA11 2HQ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
