Family Liaison Officer And Dsl

Buckinghamshire Council; Beaconsfield; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Butlers Court School in Beaconsfield is seeking a dedicated Family Liaison Officer and Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) to join our caring team. This is a full-time, term-time-only role offering a rewarding opportunity to support pupils and their families in a safeguarding-focused environment.

You will work with school staff and external agencies to ensure children feel safe and ready to learn, manage safeguarding records, support emotional wellbeing, and help develop our Bubble Nurture Room.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Empathetic, approachable and supportive manner.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, families and external professionals.
• Strong organisational, record-keeping and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Confidence to make decisions and remain calm under pressure.
• A strong commitment to safeguarding, emotional wellbeing and achieving the best outcomes for all pupils.

Responsibilities

• Manage safeguarding records through CPOMS and liaise with external agencies.
• Support vulnerable pupils and families and coordinate attendance.
• Develop emotional literacy interventions and improve attendance.
• Contribute to the development of our Bubble Nurture Room for wellbeing and conflict resolution.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathetic approach

Relationship-building

Organisational skills

Confidentiality

Decision-making

Safeguarding commitment

Job description

Butlers Court School is a popular, high-achieving primary school in Beaconsfield, and we are seeking a highly motivated, caring and enthusiastic Family Liaison Officer and Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) to join our dedicated team. This is a full-time, term-time-only position offering a rewarding opportunity to make a difference to the lives of our pupils and their families.

Term time only: Yes

Salary type: Bucks Pay

Salary Details: £29,114 – £31,230 pa, pro rata, depending on experience

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full-time

Interviews to be held: w/c 16th November 2026

About us

Butlers Court is situated in the Old Town of Beaconsfield and provides a wonderful environment in which children can grow to be self-confident and independent individuals. We are proud of our children who approach learning with enthusiasm and open, enquiring minds. Recognising that each one has unique talents and strengths, we aim, through our rich, extensive curriculum, to provide maximum opportunities for every child to find success.

About the role

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about safeguarding children, supporting families and promoting the emotional wellbeing of pupils. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring that children feel safe, supported and ready to learn, working closely with families, school staff and external agencies to help every child achieve their full potential.

The role combines safeguarding leadership with pastoral care, attendance support, family liaison and emotional wellbeing. Responsibilities will include managing safeguarding records through CPOMS, liaising with external agencies, supporting vulnerable pupils and families, coordinating emotional literacy interventions and helping to improve attendance. You will also contribute to the development of our 'Bubble' Nurture Room, providing a safe and supportive space for children to develop their wellbeing, social skills and ability to resolve conflicts

Please see attached Job Description for further information.

About you

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• An empathetic, approachable and supportive manner.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, families and external professionals.
• Strong organisational, record-keeping and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Confidence to make decisions, use initiative and remain calm under pressure.
• A strong commitment to safeguarding, emotional wellbeing and achieving the best outcomes for all pupils.

Please see attached person specification for further information.

Family Liaison Officer and DSL Beaconsfield