Family Liaison Officer
Tonbridge, England, United Kingdom · Full Time
Be the first to apply
- Experience
- Any
- Salary
- GBP 30,585 – GBP 36,457 / year
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 3 hours ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Eligibility
- Individuals with relevant prior experience in SEN environments and family liaison roles, possessing appropriate local authority contacts and understanding of safeguarding required.
- Resume
- Required to apply
Where you'll work
Sign in to tell us what does and doesn't work for you here — it sharpens every match we show you.
Job description
Role Overview
As a Family Liaison Officer at Witherslack Group, based in Tonbridge, you will play a vital role in connecting families experiencing challenges with the carers and local authorities supporting their children with complex needs. This position involves collaborative work to enhance life outcomes for children and families in educational and other difficult circumstances, primarily within a state-of-the-art special educational needs (SEN) school environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Work jointly with parents, young people, carers, and local authorities to understand circumstances and develop effective, collaborative solutions that support families.
- Coordinate and conduct home visits to parents, providing direct support, coping strategies, and guidance tailored to individual situations.
- Utilize extensive knowledge of local community services to signpost families to appropriate additional resources and support mechanisms.
- Organize and participate in admission interviews in collaboration with the Head Teacher, ensuring comprehensive inductions for new pupils and families.
About the Setting
You will be based at Hilden Park School, a specialized facility designed for children aged 8-16 with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Asperger’s, and Speech, Language, and Communication needs. This purpose-built, modern institution offers educational opportunities for up to 72 pupils and fosters outstanding individual progress and care.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary range of £30,585 to £36,457 alongside an excellent benefits package.
- Full induction and ongoing on-the-job training to support your professional growth.
- Generous annual leave of 35 days, including bank holidays.
- Career progression opportunities with a track record of promoting internal candidates to leadership roles.
- Flexible benefits allowing customization of perks such as life insurance.
- Support for wellbeing, including employee assistance programs and access to medical cover for routine health expenses.
- Access to modern, well-equipped working environments.
- A referral bonus scheme offering £1,000 for recommended hires.
- A contributory pension plan with employer matching contributions up to 5%.
Candidate Profile
- Proven prior experience working with special educational needs children and families in challenging situations.
- Established links with local authorities, including education services, social care, and healthcare professionals.
- Experience in multi-agency collaboration, with sound knowledge of safeguarding, child protection legislation, and policies.
- Passionate about improving the life chances of young people and their families with strong empathy and understanding.
Inclusion and Equal Opportunities
We celebrate diversity and promote an inclusive workplace reflecting the varied backgrounds and needs of our young people. Applicants from all backgrounds and abilities are encouraged to apply. Reasonable adjustments will be provided throughout the recruitment process and employment.
Additional Information
- This role includes an enhanced DBS check and online search; costs are covered by the employer.
- Committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of young people.
Industry
Education