PFSA (Parent Support Family Advisor) - Primrose Lane Primary School
Overview
PFSA (Parent Support Family Advisor) at Primrose Lane Primary School
This is an exciting and challenging opportunity to work with children, young people and their families, aiming to improve achievement in schools within the Trust, working at Primrose Lane Primary School. As a Parent Family Support Adviser, you will advise and support parents ensuring their children attend school regularly and gain maximum benefits from education. You will also develop and provide knowledge of family services available in the local community. You will work primarily with children and their parents/carers ensuring all pupils have full access to educational opportunities and are able to overcome barriers to learning and participation. Experience of delivering individual/group-based support and understanding children within the family context is essential, as well as work experience within the education, social services, health or voluntary sector.
Candidates are welcome to visit the school – please email sen.team@plps.yacat.org to arrange an appointment
Location
Primrose Lane Primary School, Cunningham Road, Yeovil, Somerset BA21 5FH
Primrose Lane Primary School is a 1-form entry primary school set in the centre of Yeovil. Primrose Lane has high expectations for all pupils. Our hard-working and child focused team strive to ensure all our children achieve their full potential, regardless of background or starting point. Through our broad and balanced curriculum, which extends beyond the school, we expect high standards from all our pupils. Our Growth Mindset approach encourages resilience and independence, accepting that some of the most valuable things in life are not achieved without hard work.
Contract Type and Working Pattern
7.5 hours per week (all year round)
Fixed term until August 2027
Commencement date: September 2026 (or as soon as possible thereafter)
Salary & Benefits
Salary from £14.82 to £16.62 per hour
Benenden Cash Health Plan
Edenred Mylifestyle Benefit Scheme
Local Government Pension Scheme
Our Trust and School
The Yeovil Area Community Academy Trust is a Multi Academy Trust with 3 schools based within the Yeovil area.
Job Description and Personal Specification
Deadline and how to apply
Application Deadline: 10th Sseptember 2026 at 12 noon
Interview Date: week commencing 14th September 2026
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Notices
Our Trust has a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this. The post holder will be required to undergo criminal record checks through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS checks) before taking up employment.
YACAT Recruitment Privacy Notices.pdf
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