For children with complex, challenging needs, the level of care and education must go above and beyond. That’s what drives us, here at Witherslack Group. With our high staff‑to‑child ratio and in‑house clinical teams, we’re proud to have won a reputation for excellence and market‑leading OFSTED ratings.
There’s a certain kind of person who can build bridges between families in challenging circumstances, the carers working with them and local authorities. As Family Liaison Officer at Witherslack Group, your experience and passion for the role will bring about enhanced life opportunities for families all across the region. Our aspirational homes, schools and ethos help us achieve the best possible outcomes. Our Family Liaison Officers are a huge part of making sure our children and young people’s needs are fully recognised and comprehensively met.
Get out what you put in
This is your chance to make a lasting, positive impact on the lives of families experiencing educational (and potentially other) difficulties. Supported by a brilliant and dedicated team, you’ll work closely with parents, young people, carers and the local authority to explore the circumstances and see how collaborative, effective, life‑changing resolutions can be agreed and put into place. It will also be up to you to coordinate visits to see parents, where you’ll talk at length and work out strategies for coping with whatever life throws at them. Then you’ll draw on your broad knowledge of local resources to help direct them to all the additional support they might need. Not to mention organising and taking part in admission interviews in partnership with the Head Teacher and making sure full and detailed inductions are given.
One of the best environments in SEND
Opening in Autumn term 2026, Ardenwood School will operate as the primary campus of The Secret Garden School, an all‑through school, spanning primary and secondary across two sites.
Ardenwood is a purpose‑built, state‑of‑the‑art primary campus and will cater for up to 40 pupils with a wide range of needs, including autism and social, emotional and mental health needs. This new exciting opportunity serves Coventry and the wider communities; you are at the heart of its development.
Our aim is to ensure every pupil will continue to receive an outstanding educational experience, with individual progress, care and wellbeing at the centre of everything we do.
What we do for you
We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the education sector. With us, you’ll get to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get:
* Training: A full induction and on‑the‑job training
* Holiday: 35 days holiday including bank holidays
* Progression: Most of our head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group
* Flexible benefits: Options to adjust benefits such as life insurance
* Wellbeing: A host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance
* Medical cover: Reimbursement for optician or dentist appointments and high‑street discounts
* Beautiful working environments: The very best facilities
* Refer a friend scheme: £1,000 bonus per referral
* Contributory pension scheme: Matched up to 5%
Bring your whole‑self to work. Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You’ll be more than a Family Liaison Officer, it’s a truly special type of person that will thrive here, who has:
* Previous experience with SEN and working with families in challenging circumstances, and expertise to support and resolve difficulties
* Strong contacts within the local authority, including education, social services and healthcare professionals
* Experience of multi‑agency work with an understanding of legislation, policies and guidance around safeguarding and child protection
* A genuine passion for enhancing the life opportunities for our young people and their families and the ability to be empathetic and understanding
At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong.
As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference – especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be there every step of the way.
The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.
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