Family Support Worker

Role: Family Support Worker
Academy: Outwood Academy Acklam
Start Date: 01/09/2026
Actual Salary
Term Time plus 15 days

We have an exciting opportunity for a Family Support Worker to join our team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in working within the local community with key partners supporting families including those with a range of needs to address identified issues and empower them to make sustainable change.

The Family Support Worker will be central to coordinating packages of support often taking on the role of key worker and delivering proven evidence-based interventions. If you are a highly self-motivated individual with the ability to form strong relationships with families while maintaining professional boundaries we want to hear from you.

About the school

Outwood Academy Acklam the first Outwood school in Teesside has an enrollment of almost 1200 students each academic its most recent assessment it was recognized as a GOOD school.

The academy is a vibrant and diverse 11-16 academy. Our exceptional academic and pastoral teams are here to provide you with the necessary tools to make a significant and lasting impact on students. The academy offers effective care and support for students particularly those with special needs and with a strong emphasis on academic achievement it provides the perfect environment for anyone dedicated to empowering their students.

Safeguarding notice

Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.

The academy benefits from being part of the Outwood Family of Schools and we intend that every member of staff receives CPD appropriate to the role.

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