Family Liaison Officer £28,624 - £34,314 + Excellent benefits Position Type Full time Location Sandbach Teaching Personnel have an amazing opportunity to work with an exceptional school based in Sandbach.
The school are looking for a dedicated family liaison officer.
Responsibilities To facilitate the educational partnership between home, school, wider school community and Local Authority, by support, liaison and negotiation; and where conflict arises to act as a facilitator in finding successful resolutions.
All staff commit to the safeguarding and promoting of the welfare of children and young people.
Adhere to existing working practices, methods, procedures, undertake relevant training and development activities and to respond positively to new and alternative systems.
Attend relevant school meetings, as well as any other relevant meetings associated with this role.
Meet with school staff, pupils and parents to identify problems and possible solutions.
Complete administrative tasks specifically concerning pupil admissions, attendance monitoring, pupil destinations and maintaining accurate records system.
Qualifications Previous experience with SEN and with working with families in challenging circumstances and expertise to support and resolve difficulties Strong contacts within the local authority, including education, social services and healthcare professionals Experience of multi-agency work with an understanding of legislation, policies and guidance around safeguarding and child protection Genuine passion for wanting to enhance the life opportunities for our young people and their families and the ability to be empathetic and understanding If this opportunity is for you please send your CV to Abigail Simpson All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.
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