Due to the continued growth and success of our school, we are seeking to appoint an empathetic and proactive Family Liaison Worker / Attendance Officer to join the team at Mill House School. This is an excellent opportunity to support our commitment to achieving exceptional outcomes for all pupils. You will play a vital role in improving attendance, strengthening family engagement, and removing barriers to learning. Working closely with pupils, families, and staff, you will build strong relationships, promote positive routines, and ensure every young person is supported to thrive.
Key Responsibilities and Qualifications
- Has experience working with young people and families.
- Can engage and support families in a positive, solution‑focused way.
- Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Is calm, resilient, and highly organised.
- Shares our commitment to a nurturing, inclusive environment.
- Has genuine empathy for the challenges our pupils face and a strong desire to make a difference.
- Possesses secure subject knowledge within the secondary phase.
- Is adaptable, resilient, and solution focused.
- Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Thrive as part of a supportive and collaborative team.
- Has experience working with pupils with autism and high anxiety (desirable).
- Is IT literate and able to integrate technology into their teaching.
About Mill House School
Mill House School is a high‑achieving specialist setting with outstanding behaviour and attitudes, offering a calm, purposeful environment where pupils flourish. You will join a supportive, experienced team dedicated to transforming lives through a personalised, ambitious approach.
Be part of a school where relationships matter, and your work makes a lasting difference.
Benefits
- Early finish on Fridays – students leave at 1:30 pm, allowing dedicated time for CPD and staff development.
- A calm, nurturing working environment where staff feel valued and supported.
- Access to animals on‑site, including emotional support dogs, creating a therapeutic and relaxed atmosphere for both pupils and staff.
- Free tea and coffee throughout the day.
- A highly competitive salary structure.
- A workplace pension scheme through Smart Pension.
- Additional dedicated time beyond PPA for staff coaching and personal growth.
- On‑site access to a wellbeing lead for staff support.
- Free on‑site parking for staff.
- Regular CPD opportunities to support your career growth.
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