Pastoral and Family Support Lead

To work across the Sunflower Federation

Brooke VC Primary, 5 High Green, Brooke, Norfolk NR15 1HP

Hempnall Primary School, 1 The Street, Hempnall, Norfolk NR15 2AD

Email: hempnalloffice@sunflowerfed.org.uk

• Salary - Scale F, £18,754 - £20,013 actual pa (£29,064 - £31,022 FTE)
• Permanent
• Part Time
• 28 hours per week (4 days)
• Term Time plus 1 week
• Required ASAP

Join Our Caring and Inspiring Village School Communities

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young learners? The Sunflower Federation is seeking a dedicated and skilled Pastoral and Family Support Lead to join our warm, inclusive team. This is a unique opportunity to work in our close-knit village school settings where every pupil is valued and supported to achieve their full potential.

About The Sunflower Federation

The Sunflower Federation is a federation of two small, mixed-age primary schools, Brooke VC Primary School and Hempnall Primary School, located in welcoming village communities. We are proud of our nurturing environment where pupils learn, achieve, and grow together.

We are committed to continuous improvement, focusing on inclusive teaching and learning.

About the Role

• The Pastoral and Family Support Lead will work directly with children and parents in a non-judgemental way, empowering them and their families to get the most out of the educational opportunities available.
• The PFSL will focus their work on preventative and early intervention activities. They will work predominantly with children and families where presenting needs are below the thresholds that trigger the involvement of specialist services and other agencies.
• Understand the primary rights and responsibilities of parents to raise their children, and support parents by helping them to improve their parenting skills, for example by facilitating basic parenting classes and providing appropriate information or referrals.
• To work with parents in a school context, supporting them and building their engagement with their child’s learning, strengthening relationships between them.
• To identify, with parents, reasons for their children’s non-attendance, and to work with parents and others to achieve regular attendance and reduce suspension.

Hours of work, 28 hours per week, over 4 days. 8.30-4.00 (30min unpaid lunchbreak). Location: 2 days at Brooke and 2 days at Hempnall.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a strong commitment to supporting the learning and well-being of all pupils, particularly those with additional needs
• Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills and builds positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families
• Is confident in using IT and technology to enhance learning experiences
• Can work independently and as part of a team, providing direction to other support staff when needed
• Is reflective and eager to develop their own skills and knowledge continuously
• Has experience or training in specialist areas such as first aid or supporting pupils with specific medical needs is highly desirable

If you are motivated by the opportunity to help every pupil succeed in a community that values togetherness and resilience, you will thrive here.

What We Offer

• A welcoming and supportive working environment
• Opportunities for professional development aligned with school improvement priorities and your career goals
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on pupils’ learning, behaviour, and personal growth
• Collaboration with dedicated colleagues committed to inclusive education and continuous improvement

Become part of a Federation where you can truly make a difference — apply today and help us continue to nurture confident, compassionate learners ready to grow together.

We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

How to apply

A job description is available from ‘Attachments’.

To download an application form, click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button.

Completed forms should be returned to Claire Sanford - hempnalloffice@sunflowerfed.org.uk

Closing date: 17 May 2026, 12 midnight

Interview date: TBA

The Sunflower Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.