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Family Liaison Officer (22.5 Hrs) - Maternity

Luddenham School, Faversham

  • Ref:KCC886-2232-114S
  • Posted:10/03/2023
  • Pay:Kent Range 4 (pro rata)
  • Start Date:17th April 2023
  • App Close Date:24/03/2023 at 12:00
  • Interviews:Monday 27th March pm

Advert

We are looking for a caring and proactive team member to join our school in the role as Family Liaison Officer (maternity cover)

The role is part-time totally 22.5 hours per week. (8.30am-1.00pm)

We are looking for the right candidate who will work alongside school leaders in a bid to support our SENDCo and DSLs. 

We are particularly interested in someone who will actively support children and families, taking part in daily school life and directly impacting children's mental health and wellbeing. 

  • Knowledge of relevant policies and procedures
  • Previous experience of working with children and families in the public, private or voluntary sector
  • Excellent communication, listening and observation skills, both verbal and written
  • Empathy - Ability to deal with difficult/sensitive situations
  • Confidentiality - Ability to manage confidential information and abide by GDPR legislation
  • Organisational abilities and accurate record keeping skills.
  • Ability to remain calm under pressure
  • Good inter-personal skills
  • Working in partnership/teamwork - Understand and value the role of parents and carers in supporting children
  • Ability to establish rapport, respectful and trusting relationships with children, their families and carers and other adults
  • Understand the role of others working in school and external agencies
  • Relationships - Ability to work effectively and positively with a range of adults
  • Understand and implement child protection procedures and uphold our Safeguarding culture at Luddenham
  • Knowledge of access to resources and sources of support for families
  • Undertake CPD where required
  • Confident with IT

Information about the school

Luddenham is a one form entry school set in the outskirts of Faversham in a rural location. We are surrounded by countryside and benefit from a wide range of facilities.

We are a stand-alone academy and have a fantastic and supportive staff team who work collaboratively for the benefit of our children and the local community.

Please visit our school website to find out more about our school.

Please contact the school for further information.

As a school we really like to meet our candidates before shortlisting and would encourage you to book a visit. We look forward to meeting you.

Job Contact Information

Fax: 01795532061

Documents

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.