This Family Liaison Officer post at Crofton Academy sits within the attendance and safeguarding team and reports to the associate assistant headteacher. The work centres on raising pupil attendance across the academy by working with attendance improvement officers and senior leaders on whole-school strategies. The role is distinct for its direct family engagement, with visits to homes or the school, plus safeguarding of pupils and liaison with outside agencies. Visa sponsorship is not available, and the post starts in January 2027 or sooner.
What the job involves
- Promote excellent attendance across the academy
- Implement academy-wide attendance strategies with attendance improvement officers and senior leaders
- Engage parents and families through home or on-site visits to support improved attendance
- Support and challenge pupils and families to improve attendance
- Contribute to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils
- Liaise with external agencies to support pupils and families with attendance
Experience
- Experience of working with families with complex needs
Skills & knowledge
- Confident and effective communicator
- Excellent literacy, numeracy and IT skills
- Proven organisational, time management and problem-solving skills
- Calm, professional handling of emotionally charged situations
- Ability to relate well to children and adults
Other
- Drive to improve attendance and develop new initiatives
- Flexible, adaptable and can-do attitude
- Commitment to the vision and values of Crofton Academy and Castleford Trust
What’s offered
- Term-time only plus five additional days
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
