Job description
Job Summary: Home School Liaison
Location: Manchester Contract Type: Full-Time
Salary Grade: Learning Mentor Grade 5
Prospero Teaching are recruiting for a Home School Liaison Officer, to support young people in a PRU in Chorlton. The young people have been taken out of mainstream education due to their SEMH needs. You will need to go to the homes of the young people, and liaise with third parties to support them as much as possible
Purpose of the Role :
The Home School Liaison Officer plays a key role in promoting student wellbeing and supporting the schools pastoral management system. The postholder will work collaboratively with staff, parents, and external agencies to help students achieve their full potential, reduce absenteeism, and minimise the risk of exclusion. This role is central to building strong home-school partnerships and ensuring every child has access to the support they need.
Key Responsibilities
1. Build and maintain effective relationships with students, families, and carers
2. Undertake home visits to support engagement and wellbeing
3. Signpost families to external support services and agencies
4. Organise parent/carer panels and academic mentoring for targeted students
5. Support the development of Individual Action Plans and attend multi-agency meetings
6. Address poor attendance and behaviour concerns, supporting reintegration after exclusion
7. Maintain accurate records of parental communication and student support
8. Promote cultural inclusion and community engagement
9. Assist with pastoral duties, lunchtime supervision, school trips, and administrative tasks
10. Represent the school at parents evenings and contribute to its ethos and vision
Person Specification
11. Essential Knowledge & Skills:
12. Understanding of attendance, exclusion, and child protection regulations
13. Familiarity with electronic and manual record-keeping systems
14. Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
15. Strong verbal and written communication skills
16. Competence in using school information systems and attendance tracking tools
17. Valid full UK driving licence
Personal Attributes:
18. Tact, diplomacy, and professionalism in all interactions
19. Self-motivated and committed to continuous improvement
20. Flexible and responsive to changing school needs
21. Inclusive mindset with a commitment to equal access for all students
22. Willingness to uphold school policies and professional standards
TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:
Hold Right to Work in the UK
Hold an enhanced DBS that is registered on the update service or be willing to process a new application
Provide professional references to cover the last 2 years