£165 per day | Free CPD-accredited training provided | ASAP Start
Do you have experience supporting children and families within SEN, SEMH or autism settings?
Are you confident building positive relationships with vulnerable young people, parents and external professionals?
Aspira Education are recruiting for a compassionate, resilient and proactive Family Support Officer to work within a specialist education setting supporting pupils with autism, SEMH and communication needs.
This is a long-term opportunity for somebody passionate about improving outcomes for young people and supporting families through education, emotional wellbeing and multi-agency collaboration.
About the Role
As a Family Support Officer you will:
- Work closely with pupils, families and school staff to provide ongoing emotional and practical support.
- Build positive working relationships with parents, carers and external agencies.
- Support attendance, behaviour and engagement strategies for vulnerable pupils.
- Help families access additional services and support networks where required.
- Attend meetings, reviews and safeguarding discussions when needed.
- Support pupils with emotional regulation, communication and behaviour needs.
- Promote a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment for all pupils.
This is a varied and highly rewarding role requiring empathy, resilience and strong communication skills.
About the Setting
This role is based within a specialist education environment supporting children and young people with autism, SEMH and associated communication or behavioural needs.
The provision focuses on therapeutic and relational approaches, helping pupils feel safe, understood and able to achieve both academically and emotionally.
What We’re Looking For
We welcome applicants from backgrounds such as:
- SEN schools or alternative provisions
- Family support or pastoral roles
- Youth work or mentoring
- Residential care or support work
- Social care or safeguarding environments
The ideal candidate will:
✔ Have experience supporting vulnerable children or families
✔ Understand SEMH, autism and behavioural needs
✔ Be calm, empathetic and emotionally resilient
✔ Have excellent communication and relationship-building skills
✔ Be confident working with external professionals and agencies
✔ Be organised, proactive and solution-focused
Experience within SEN environments is highly desirable.
All Applicants Must Have
- The right to work in the UK
- A fully enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
- Two recent references
- A willingness to complete safeguarding training with Aspira
- A full UK driving licence is desirable
What You’ll Get
Free CPD-accredited training via Aspira Training Academy
Ongoing support from an experienced education team
Career development opportunities within SEN education
Safeguarding Commitment
Aspira Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
All candidates must be willing to undergo safeguarding and background checks, including an Enhanced DBS.
Apply Now
To apply or ask any questions, email [email protected] with your CV.
We aim to respond within 24 hours. Please include the job reference when applying.
Pay: Up to £165.00 per day
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Experience:
Licence/Certification:
Work Location: On the road
