Family Liaison Officer (FLO) - Full-time

Folkestonegirls; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Harrietsham Church of England Primary School is seeking a passionate and nurturing Family Liaison Officer to support children and families within a caring school environment. The role is permanent, offering 32.5 hours per week during term time, where the successful candidate will collaborate with the Pastoral and Inclusion Leaders. Ideal for individuals who thrive in a supportive atmosphere, this position aims to help every child reach their full potential.

Qualifications

• Passion for seeing every child fulfil their potential.
• Good standard of written and spoken English.
• Ability to work on initiative and under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Work with Pastoral and Inclusion Leaders to support children and families.
• Manage time effectively and contribute to team efforts.
• Encourage a nurturing environment reflecting the school's ethos.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Nurturing personality

Education

Experience in a school environment

Job description

Family Liaison Officer (FLO) wanted for our lovely school!

Are you looking for a new challenge? Are you able to nurture children so that they flourish? If so, Harrietsham Church of England Primary School could be the school for you.

Our school is growing, and with a new Senior Leadership team in place, a wonderful opportunity exists for an excellent FLO to become the latest member of our School Family.

Weare looking for skilled, caring, enthusiastic individuals to join our excellent team. We are seeking a FLO to work Monday to Friday 8:30am, to 15:30pm,32.5 hours a week,term time only, 38 weeksa year. This post is a permanent post.

Our children and staff are happy and fun-loving and our children have excellent learning behaviours. Together, our aim is to ensure that everyone reaches their full potential so that our entire school family can flourish in every aspect of their education and life journey.

The successful applicant will work with our Pastoral and Inclusion Leaders, supporting children and families.

We are looking for people who have:

• A passion to see every child fulfilling their potential.
• A nurturing personality which reflects our nurturing ethos.
• Effective time management and an ability to work on their own initiative and under pressure.
• Good organisational skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• The ability to contribute to, and work as part of, a team.
• A positive attitude (a ready smile is a bonus!).
• A commitment to their own professional and career development.
• A good standard of written and spoken English.
• Experience of working in a school environment with children.

It is desirable, but not essential, to have prior experience of working as a FLO as full training is available.

Please read the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more detail.

Personal visits to the school are warmly encouraged, but we are also happy to chat on the phone. Please call the school office on01622 859261to arrange a tour or telephone call with Joanne Griffin (Pastoral Leader).

We reserve the right to call candidates to interview early so don't delay in submitting your application!

HarrietshamChurch of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Any appointment will be subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS, barred list check and references, along with other relevant employment checks. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online checks following Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023. The interviewee will also be asked questions relating to the safeguarding of children. Our Safeguarding Policy is available on the school website.