Family Liaison Officer Opportunity - Secondary School in Oldham
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Oldham
Agency: Tradewind Recruitment
Are you an experienced education professional with a passion for building strong school-home relationships? Tradewind Recruitment is thrilled to be working with a forward-thinking secondary school in Oldham to recruit a dedicated Family Liaison Officer. This rewarding role is perfect for someone with a proven background in education who excels at providing support to students and their families.
About the Role
As a Family Liaison Officer, you will be a vital link between the school and its families, working to enhance student well-being, attendance, and achievement by fostering strong, supportive relationships.
Your key responsibilities will include:
*Engaging with parents and carers to support their child’s learning and well-being.
*Working closely with school staff to identify and address barriers to learning.
*Providing guidance and signposting families to appropriate services and resources.
*Promoting regular attendance and addressing any attendance-related issues.
*Supporting vulnerable families to ensure children can thrive both academically and emotionally.
*Contributing to the development and implementation of school initiatives designed to enhance family engagement.
This full-time role offers the chance to make a tangible difference in the lives of students and their families, with immediate availability.
About You
To be considered for this position, you must:
*Have experience working in schools or the education sector, ideally in a pastoral, support, or family liaison role.
*Be confident in handling sensitive situations and building trust with families from diverse backgrounds.
*Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
*Demonstrate a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
*Hold a valid DBS check on the update service or be willing to apply for one.
Unfortunately, applications from candidates without school-based experience cannot be considered.
Why Choose Tradewind Recruitment?
Tradewind Recruitment is committed to supporting education professionals in finding meaningful and impactful roles. By working with us, you will benefit from:
*A dedicated consultant who understands your career aspirations.
*Access to a range of training and professional development opportunities.
*Competitive pay rates reflective of your experience and expertise.
Apply Today
If you have the skills, experience, and commitment to succeed as a Family Liaison Officer, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV to to apply.
Tradewind Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.