Home School Liaison Officer

WMJobs; Coventry; On-site; GBP 23,475 - 28,265; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Outstanding professional development

Supportive staff and team ethos

Progression opportunities

Job summary

An educational organization in Coventry is seeking a Home School Liaison Officer to support children's education related to attendance issues. The role requires collaboration with teaching staff and parents to implement strategies for attendance and provide pastoral support. The successful candidate will work during term time only with a focus on improving educational outcomes for all pupils. This position offers competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting children with education attendance issues.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teaching staff and parents.
• Skills in providing pastoral care and guidance.

Responsibilities

• Support children whose education is at risk due to attendance issues.
• Identify and assess attendance problems and implement strategies.
• Provide pastoral support to students and families.

Skills

Support for attendance issues

Collaboration with staff and parents

Pastoral support

Assessment of needs

Job description

Home School Liaison Officer

We are looking for an enthusiastic and professional Home School Liaison Officer to support children whose education is at risk due to attendance related issues at Lyng Hall School, part of the Finham Park Multi Academy Trust.

Grade 5, Salary £28,598 - £34,434 FTE (Actual £23,475 - £28,265.55)

Work 35 hours per week (8am to 3.30pm) – Term Time Only plus 1 week. Permanent – Start as soon as possible.

Location: Lyng Hall School, Finham Park Multi Academy Trust, Coventry, England.

About Finham Park Multi Academy Trust

Finham Park MAT is a growing organisation made up of seven schools across Coventry, aiming to pioneer, innovate and deliver a “World Class” education for all. Lyng Hall is an inclusive school with good outcomes for pupils and a commitment to removing barriers to learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Support children whose education is at risk due to attendance related issues, particularly vulnerable groups such as Looked A…
• Identify attendance problems, assess need, implement effective action and evaluate outcomes against agreed objectives.
• Work closely with teaching staff and parents to develop and implement attendance strategies.
• Provide pastoral support and guidance to students and families.
• Collaborate with other support staff to ensure a high quality educational experience for all pupils.

Application Details

• Closing date: 6th January 2026.
• To arrange a school visit, email [e-mail].
• Requests for documents in an accessible format: [e-mail] or call 02477 180000 and select option 2 for HR.
• Finham Park MAT requires all applicants to have the right to work in the UK with no restrictions; proof of Right to Work is required at interview.
• Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and online checks in line with KCSIE 2024.
• All staff and volunteers share a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Benefits

• Outstanding professional development
• Supportive staff and a strong team ethos
• Supportive leadership
• Progression opportunities
• Opportunities to teach children aged 11 – 18 yrs
• Superb facilities
• A staff fleece

Contact

For further information on this role and other opportunities within the MAT, visit https://finhamparkmultiacademytrust.co.uk/careers/