Join Featherby Partnership School as a Family Liaison Officer Build relationships. Remove barriers. Help every child thrive.
Hours: 32.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Time Time Only: 39 weeks per year
Start Date: 1st July
Actual Salary: Grade C1 (6 - 9) Point £19,635.30 - £24,658.92 Actual Salary
Are you passionate about supporting children and families to achieve the very best outcomes? Do you thrive on building positive relationships and making a real difference within a school community?
Featherby Partnership School is seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Family Liaison Officer to join our committed team. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated individual who is passionate about promoting pupil wellbeing, safeguarding and attendance through positive engagement with pupils, families and external agencies.
About The Role
As Family Liaison Officer, you will play a key role in strengthening the partnership between home and school, helping pupils feel safe, supported and ready to learn.
You will:
- Oversee and coordinate pupil attendance through positive engagement with familiesPromote the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people
- Build and maintain strong relationships with parents, carers and external agencies
- Act as a key point of contact between home and school
- Support pupils and families to overcome barriers to learning and attendance
- Work collaboratively with school staff to ensure pupils flourish in safe, secure and welcoming learning environments
- Maintain accurate records and support effective communication across the school community
This is a rewarding and varied role where no two days are the same, and where your work will make a direct difference to children and families.
Who You Are
We are looking for someone who:
- Has excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach
- Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Has experience working in an administrative, pastoral or family support role
- Is confident using ICT systems and school-based platforms
- Builds positive and professional relationships with families and colleagues
- Is calm, compassionate and solution-focused in their approach
- Shares our commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and positive outcomes for every child
- Is highly motivated and committed to making a meaningful difference
What We Offer
Featherby’s support staff are a vital part of the Featherby Infant & Junior School, and we invest in their growth, wellbeing, and sense of belonging. Whether you're new to education or looking to grow your career, you'll find opportunity and support here.
Here’s what we offer:
- A welcoming, family-centred environment, where everyone plays a key role
- The chance to make a genuine impact on pupils and families
- A collaborative school culture built on strong relationships
- Bespoke training and CPD, with online learning through LearnUpon and in-person sessions
- Access to Trust-wide support and career development opportunities
- Access to well-developed outdoor learning spaces, used to enhance the school experience
- Local Government Pension scheme & National terms & conditions
- Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
Ready to Make a Difference?
We’d love to welcome you for a visit — come and see what makes Featherby Infant & Junior School so special. Please contact the school office on 01634 231984 to arrange.
You’ll find more about the role, school, and Trust in the Candidate Information Pack attached. Apply now via My New Term — we may interview and appoint as applications are received, so don’t delay!
My New Term Link: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/144969/EDV-2026-FPS-65322 (copy and paste URL)
Featherby School and the Maritime Academy Trust embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and online checks in line with safeguarding guidance.
Pay: £25,989.00-£32,062.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Store discount
Work Location: In person
