Family Liaison Officer
We are seeking a compassionate, organised and proactive Family Liaison Officer who will also be part of the safeguarding team, working alongside the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and take on the role of Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL).
This is a key position within the school, responsible for overseeing family liaison and ensuring strong, positive relationships between home and school, while also supporting the school’s safeguarding culture.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain multiple processes in a busy role, ideally in a schools‑based environment.
- Work from 8.30am to 12.30pm, Monday to Friday (20 hours per week).
- Support students and families, ensuring positive relationships and addressing concerns.
- Contribute to the safeguarding team, acting as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead.
- Promote and maintain high safeguarding standards.
- Attend staff induction and specialised training events.
- Collate and manage records as required.
Qualifications
- Proven ability in a busy role with responsibility for developing and maintaining multiple processes.
- Good standard of general education including 5 GCSEs or equivalent (graded 4/C or above), including Maths and English.
- Excellent people skills and ability to work effectively and empathically with students and families.
- Experience or background in a school environment preferred.
- Community engagement and safeguarding knowledge desirable.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and pension.
- Focus on staff well‑being and a range of benefits including discounts at shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure activities.
- Specialist induction programme and autism‑specific training.
- Modern facilities, including a Purpose‑Built Quality of Life Hub and quiet working spaces.
- Supportive and inclusive environment that values contributions and invests in development.
Legal & EEO Statement
We are dedicated to equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging. Applications for this job are encouraged from anyone who is suitably qualified and experienced for the role – including those with protected characteristics, and particularly welcome from neurodivergent individuals.
Only candidates legally entitled to work in the UK will be considered.
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