School Liaison Officer

Blackpool and The Fylde College; Ormskirk; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Excellent pension

Professional development

Flexible working

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Blackpool and The Fylde College (B&FC) is seeking an enthusiastic, relationship-focused School Liaison Officer (maternity cover) to join our team. In this pivotal role, you will help raise aspirations, strengthen partnerships with schools and colleges, and support our student recruitment goals across Further Education and Higher Education.

You’ll represent B&FC at a range of events, deliver engaging activities for young people, and act as a trusted ambassador for the College’s full

Responsibilities

• Building and managing strong relationships with target secondary schools, sixth forms, colleges, careers leads, parents, and local agencies acting as the key B&FC contact for your allocated institutions.
• Aligning activities with the National Careers agenda, supporting young people to make informed decisions about their future pathways.
• Coordinating key events, including annual Year 10 Taster Days and bespoke school engagement activities across curriculum areas.
• Evaluating and reporting on the success of liaison work, ensuring continuous improvement and a consistently high-quality service.

Job description

At Blackpool and The Fylde College, we’re more than an education provider – we’re a driving force for opportunity, innovation and community growth. As one of the UK’s leading further education colleges and an exempt charity, we deliver high-quality technical and professional education that transforms lives and supports regional prosperity. With over 12,500 students and around 1,000 colleagues, we’re proud to be an anchor institution driving social mobility, inclusion and success.

Job Advert

Blackpool and The Fylde College (B&FC) is seeking an enthusiastic, relationship-focused School Liaison Officer (maternity cover) to join our team. In this pivotal role, you will help raise aspirations, strengthen partnerships with schools and colleges, and support our student recruitment goals across Further Education and Higher Education. You’ll represent B&FC at a range of events, deliver engaging activities for young people, and act as a trusted ambassador for the College’s full portfolio of opportunities.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Building and managing strong relationships with target secondary schools, sixth forms, colleges, careers leads, parents, and local agencies acting as the key B&FC contact for your allocated institutions.
• Aligning activities with the National Careers agenda, supporting young people to make informed decisions about their future pathways.
• Coordinating key events, including annual Year 10 Taster Days and bespoke school engagement activities across curriculum areas.
• Evaluating and reporting on the success of liaison work, ensuring continuous improvement and a consistently high-quality service.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to make a genuine impact on the aspirations and futures of young people in our community. You’ll join a supportive and collaborative team dedicated to widening participation, promoting educational opportunities, and strengthening B&FC’s reputation as a leading provider of technical and professional education. Your work will be varied, meaningful, and central to shaping the next generation of B&FC students.

What We Offer

We believe great people deserve great rewards. When you join B&FC, you’ll benefit from:

• Generous annual leave, plus 5 additional gifted days (pro rata for part-time employees) to be taken during the Christmas closure period
• An excellent pension scheme
• Professional development and funded training opportunities
• Flexible working options and family-friendly policies
• Comprehensive wellbeing support and staff recognition initiatives

Working with Us

At B&FC, you’ll join a values-led community built on our CAREER principles – Community, Authenticity, Relentless Optimism, Everyone Included, Excellence, and Respect. We’re proud to empower both our colleagues and students to thrive, supported by outstanding facilities, forward-thinking leadership, and a culture of inclusion and innovation. Whether you’re inspiring the next generation or advancing your own professional journey, B&FC is a place where you can truly make a difference.

How We Support You

At Blackpool and The Fylde College, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and supportive recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to take part in our selection process, please let the hiring manager or People Team know before your interview so we can make sure you have the support you need to perform at your best.

Please note that a full application must be submitted in order to apply for this role, as CVs alone cannot be accepted

Our Safeguarding Responsibilities

B&FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and expects all colleagues to share in this commitment. All colleagues are required to complete safeguarding training and uphold the College’s policies and procedures to ensure a safe and supportive environment for learners.

All roles at B&FC are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended), and employment is subject to a range of pre-employment checks including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, verification of qualifications and references, and the right to work in the UK. The amendments to the Act (2013 and 2020) mean that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website, and you can check whether your conviction or caution is spent by visiting the Disclosure Calculator

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If you would like a copy of our Safeguarding Policy, please visit our website.