Student Liaison Officer

TES FE News; Pontefract; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Pontefract is searching for a passionate Student Liaison Officer. You will lead and manage a pastoral group, ensuring excellent student attendance and behaviour. Ideal candidates will be dedicated to supporting children and fostering strong relationships. The position offers a yearly salary of £31,537 - £34,434 and various employee benefits including generous leave and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous employer pension

Annual leave entitlements

Cycle to work scheme

Employee wellbeing programme

Discounts at retailers

Free flu vaccinations

Qualifications

• Dedicated and enthusiastic person required.
• Ability to form effective relationships with students and parents/carers.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and operational management.
• Raise attendance and standards.
• Enforce excellent behaviour.
• Contribute to the strategic leadership of the pastoral system.

Skills

Effective communication

Passion for making a difference

Ability to support children of all abilities

Teamwork and independence

Relationship building

Job description

Job Overview

‘Are you seeking a new and rewarding challenge? Do you have a genuine passion for making a difference? If your answer is a resounding \'Yes,\' then you might be the ideal candidate we\'re searching for.’

Salary: £31,537 - £34,434 FTE per annum

Actual Salary: £27,035 - £29,518 per annum

Contract: Permanent, 37 hours per week, term time plus two days (192 working days per year)

Start Date: ASAP

Application Deadline: 10:00am, Tuesday 30th September 2025

Interview Date: TBC

About The Role

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, hardworking and committed Student Liaison Officer to join our team at The King’s School. You will:

• Provide leadership and operational management to an assigned pastoral group
• Raise attendance and standards
• Enforce excellent behaviour to contribute towards students\' academic attainment
• Contribute towards the strategic leadership of the pastoral system across the school
• Lead and be responsible for the implementation, operational logistics and reporting on elements of the pastoral system.

Who We Are Looking For

We’re looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic person who:

• Has a friendly manner and communicates effectively with staff and students.
• Is passionate about making a difference in changing children’s life chances.
• Can support children of all abilities and needs.
• Works well as part of a team but can also work independently using their own initiative.
• Has the ability to form effective relationships with students and parents/carers.

The King’s School

As one of the oldest schools in Yorkshire, The King’s School boasts a rich heritage where tradition meets the future with confidence and excitement. With a reputation for incredibly high standards and excellence, it is currently the highest performing school in the authority, with the strongest attendance also. Every student is encouraged and championed to develop great potential and to live out our values and ethos. The King’s School is an environment where careers flourish and where each child is embraced as exceptional, individual and talented beyond measure.

For more insight, please watch our short promotional film, which asks the question, ‘Where will King’s take you?’ The King’s School - Heritage Film on Vimeo

About Pontefract Academies Trust

Pontefract Academies Trust is a cross phase Multi-Academy Trust comprising of nine schools: seven primaries and two 11-16 secondary schools. Our mission is running high quality, high achieving schools that give our children and young people the chance in life they deserve.

We Are Proud Of Our Achievements

Five of our primary schools rank within the top 1% nationally for progress. Our secondary schools feature among the top three secondary schools in the Wakefield district. 4 of our primary schools have been rated “Outstanding” by Ofsted since 2024.

What We Offer

We’re passionate about employee benefits at Pontefract Academies Trust, offering the following as standard to all:

• For the 2025/26 academic year, three Everyday Development (EDD) days for self-directed time away from the workplace to recharge and reflect on personal and career goals.
• Everyday Development (EDD) Framework: A simple, personal and flexible goal-based approach to continuous learning, career growth and wellbeing.
• Exciting career and leadership pathways supported by outstanding CPD opportunities
• Generous employer pension (West Yorkshire Pension Fund - LGPS)
• Generous annual leave entitlements paid as part of your annual salary (26 - 33 days based on service and grade) + 8 statutory bank holidays
• Fantastic family friendly policies with a focus on employee work/life balance
• Cycle to work scheme, Blue Light card, discounted gym membership
• Free eyecare via Specsavers, childcare vouchers
• Employee wellbeing programme (including physiotherapy, personal or professional concerns on legal, health, finance, wellbeing, and other matters)
• Discounts at numerous retailers including O2
• Free flu vaccinations.

Next Steps

Virtual Coffee Chats

We are hosting virtual coffee chats for prospective candidates to meet some of our Senior Leadership Team and ask any questions you may have about the role or our school. To book a timeslot, please click here.

If you are unable to make these dates but would still like a discussion regarding this role, please contact us via email at [e-mail].

Application Process

Complete application form via our website

Important Links

Pontefract Academies Trust Website

Trust Strategic Plan for 2025 to 2028

The King’s School Website

Contact Us

Tel: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from everyone. The Pontefract Academies Trust is wholly committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people whilst promoting their welfare. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and pre-employment checks (including online checks). Shortlisted applicants will also be asked to provide a self-declaration form.