Family Liaison Officer

What skills and experience we're looking for

APPLICATION PROCESS - Applications are not accepted through indeed. Please visit the vacancy page of The Trust's website to download and complete an application pack.

The Board of Directors of The Rainbow Multi Academy Trust are looking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic family liaison officer to support pupils learning at St Meriadoc CE Infant and St Meriadoc CE Junior Academy.

As the successful candidate you will have substantial experience of working with children and young people, including supporting those who may be vulnerable or display challenging behaviours. It is desirable that you have experience of leading or contributing to meetings with external agencies and have previously worked within a school environment, including supervising or supporting staff or groups of pupils. You will be patient, resilient and approachable, with a genuine passion in supporting children and families.

It is essential that as the successful candidate you are educated to NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant area or can demonstrate significant experience in a similar role. A strong understanding of SEND, behaviour management and trauma-informed practice, including knowledge of the PACE approach, is highly desirable.

You will demonstrate excellent organisational and communication skills and have the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, particularly those who may exhibit challenging behaviours. You must also demonstrate a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

St Meriadoc is part of The Rainbow Multi Academy Trust where our schools work in partnership to fulfil our belief that together, we can build a brighter future for our children. We are looking for a new member of staff to embrace and support our schools in creating an environment where the children have the opportunity to be the best they can be. The Trust is committed to fully supporting our staff through a range of CPD opportunities.

The Rainbow Multi Academy Trust is committed to the safeguarding of our students and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check

What the school offers its staff

• Cycle to work scheme
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.