Family Support Assistant at Suffolk County Council

Ipswich, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Jun, 26

Salary

25940.0

Posted On

20 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Special Educational Needs Support, Early Intervention, Manual Handling, Personal Care, Sensory Learning, Communication-Based Learning, Visual Supports, Makaton, AAC Systems, Promoting Independence, Emotional Wellbeing, Teamwork, Safeguarding, Record Keeping, Caseload Management, Resilience

Industry

Government Administration

Description

* Ranelagh Primary School * Address: Ipswich, Suffolk IP2 0AN * Salary: Grade 3, Point 4 £25,940 per annum pro rata * Hours: 32.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year, 8.30am – 3.25pm * Contract: Permanent, required as soon as possible * Reference: 8615 Ranelagh Primary School are looking for a Family Support Assistant to join the team. As a Family Support Assistant you will: * provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with special educational needs from all four broad areas of the SEND Code of Practice * play an active role in early intervention * assist with manual handling, mobility, and personal care tasks * deliver sensory and communication-based learning activities * use visual supports, Makaton, or AAC systems where appropriate * promote engagement, independence, and emotional wellbeing * work closely with teachers, therapists, and other support staff to meet EHCP targets * maintain a safe, structured, and nurturing classroom environment. You will: * have experience supporting pupils with special educational needs * be patient, resilient, and compassionate * have strong communication and teamwork skills * be committed to promoting independence and positive outcomes for vulnerable pupils * have an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply) * have an English and maths qualification grade C and above. Your responsibilities will be to: * commit to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults * take direct responsibility for own continuous professional development * participate in the school’s Performance Management Scheme * undertake such other duties as are commensurate with the grade and purpose of the post * understand barriers to learning and support learners to overcome these by developing innovative practice and delivering a consistently outstanding service * maintain accurate records of all interventions and student information on the safeguarding database * manage a flexible caseload of students, prioritising those with complex needs and safeguarding concerns * be a key member of the Safeguarding Team as an ADSL * attend regular caseload reviews to ensure student needs are being met. In return, we can offer you: * a dedicated, supportive and friendly team of professional colleagues and governors * friendly, energetic pupils who are keen to learn and appreciate the support that they are given * a school that values your commitment to helping children achieve and will support your professional development. * a dedicated SENDCO and Inclusion team (including ELSA) * rigorous processes to promote safety and wellbeing of all children and staff * ongoing SEN-specific training, including behaviour and communication strategies * a rewarding role making a real impact in pupils’ lives * a dedicated, supportive and friendly team of professional colleagues and governors * friendly, energetic pupils who are keen to learn and appreciate the support that they are given * a school that values your commitment to helping children achieve and will support your professional development. * ongoing training and a supportive attitude towards career development * a dedicated SENDCO and Inclusion team (including ELSA). For more information Please read the Job Description (pdf) [https://sccrecruit.blob.core.windows.net/assets/ExtOrgs/Attach/C-Mar/8615-JD-Family-Support-Assistant-Ranelagh-Primary-School.pdf] and Application Guidance (Word) [https://sccrecruit.blob.core.windows.net/assets/ExtOrgs/Attach/1-LA-Attachments/Accessible/application-guidance-school-support-staff.docx]. Visits to the school are warmly encouraged, to arrange an appointment or an informal conversation about the role, please contact Olga Hopper by either calling 078614 65653 or by emailing o.hopper@ranelaghprimary.net [o.hopper@ranelaghprimary.net] including your full name and the job title in the subject line. How to apply Please submit your completed Application Form (Word) [https://sccrecruit.blob.core.windows.net/assets/ExtOrgs/Attach/1-LA-Attachments/Accessible/job-application-form-school-support-staff.docx] by email at o.hopper@ranelaghprimary.net [o.hopper@ranelaghprimary.net]. Closing date: 12pm, 7 April 2026. Interview date: 14 April 2026. Ranelagh Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check with children’s barred list information. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; applicants must declare all unspent convictions and some spent convictions. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search will be carried out on shortlisted candidates as part of our safer recruitment checks. IMPORTANT PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING To apply, please follow the application process detailed above. This job does not have a Suffolk Jobs Direct online application form. The ‘Apply Now’ button below only allows you to submit a job alert, not an online application.

Responsibilities

The Family Support Assistant will provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with special educational needs, playing an active role in early intervention and assisting with personal care tasks. Responsibilities also include working closely with staff to meet EHCP targets and maintaining accurate records on the safeguarding database.