NJC Band 5 Points 19-22 (Actual Salary £26,721-£28,806)
Permanent
Expires 10/01/2025
About the Role
FAMILY LIAISON SUPPORT OFFICER - START DATE: From January 2025
PAY SCALE: NJC Band 5 Points 19-22 (Actual Salary £26,721-£28,806)
HOURS: 36.25 hours per week (08:00 16:00), term time, plus 1 week (39 weeks in total)
Permanent
We are seeking an enthusiastic, compassionate, and proactive Family Liaison Support Officer to join our team. This vital role is focused on supporting pupils to ensure they have full access to educational opportunities and overcome barriers to learning and participation. The Family Liaison Support Officer will work closely with families, parents, carers, and pupils to promote positive educational outcomes, enhance school attendance, and support overall wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities:
Act as a liaison between school, families, and external agencies to support the needs of pupils and their families.
Monitor pupil attendance, working closely with the Senior Attendance Officer to address attendance issues and encourage punctuality.
Assist families in overcoming barriers to learning, such as issues around school attendance or engagement, by offering tailored support.
Provide advice, information, and support to parents and carers on a range of school-related matters, promoting engagement with the school.
Attend meetings and contribute to the development and implementation of child and family support plans.
Establish and maintain positive relationships with pupils and their families, providing practical help and guidance where needed.
Collaborate with teaching staff, senior leaders, and external professionals to develop and implement strategies that promote positive pupil outcomes.
The ideal candidate will have:
Proven experience in a similar role or working with families in a supportive capacity, ideally within an educational context.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with pupils, families, and external professionals.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
A proactive, empathetic, and non-judgmental approach to supporting families in need.
Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and a commitment to child protection.
At Reddish Value High School, we are dedicated to providing an inclusive and supportive environment for both our students and staff. You will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our pupils and their families. If you are passionate about supporting pupils and families, and you want to help tackle underachievement by removing barriers to learning, we would love to hear from you.
If you would like to apply to be part of our school at this exciting time, please visit the ‘Job Vacancies’ page on our school websites - Reddish Vale High School where you will find an application form and more information about our school.
Please send your completed application form to recruitment@reddish.stockport.sch.uk
Closing Date - Friday 10 January 2025 at 12 Noon
Interview Date - Week commencing Monday 13 January 2025
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