Family Liaison Officer - Part-time

Folkestonegirls; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlands Primary School is seeking a Family Liaison Officer to foster relationships with families, enhance engagement, and support children's learning. The role involves collaboration with teachers, advising parents, and connecting families with community resources. This permanent position offers a supportive environment and various benefits.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts with local retailers

Cycle to Work scheme

On-site Parking

Qualifications

• Experience in building relationships with families and supporting children's learning.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and support agencies.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with families to enhance school engagement.
• Offer guidance on parenting skills and child well-being.
• Work with families to address attendance concerns.

Skills

Communication

Relationship Building

Advising

Job description

• Westlands Primary School
• £31,040 - £32,849 FTE (£24,717 - £26,157) - SAT E
• 35 hours per week; Term Time Only (38 weeks)
• Permanent

Westlands Primary School is looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Family Liaison Officer to join our dedicated team. This rewarding role focusses on fostering strong relationships with parents and carers, providing crucial early intervention and support to enhance both their engagement with the school and their children's learning journey.

As our Family Liaison Officer, you will:

• Build positive relationships with families, encouraging open communication between home and school.
• Work collaboratively with teachers to ensure effective dialogue about pupil progress.
• Offer advice and guidance to empower parents and carers in their parenting roles.
• Share valuable information on childcare, parenting skills, and child well-being, including emotional needs, discipline, healthy eating, and attendance.
• Work with families to address attendance concerns and implement effective strategies.
• Contribute to action plans and provide individual casework support in collaboration with the Headteacher
• Promote parental involvement through school activities and by delivering family-focused initiatives.
• Signpost families to relevant community resources and external agencies.
• Liaise with other support agencies and facilitate referrals as needed.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure effective information sharing within the school.
• Continue to enhance our ‘Thrive family hub’ and support parents in different workshops.

Join us to benefit from:

• Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
• Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC (Additional Voluntary Contribution) Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
• Access to training and development
• Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice
• Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
• Cycle to Work scheme
• On-site Parking

Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.

If you are interested in this post and would like an informal discussion, please contact Caroline Powell, [e-mail] or 01795 470862

Applications should be made via Kent Teach, or by submitting a completed application form directly to [e-mail]. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.

We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.

If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact [e-mail] or 01795 905989 (option 2).

In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.

Interview Dates: w/c 2^nd June 2025

Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.