About the Role
Outcomes First Group is seeking a Family Liaison Officer and Deputy Designated Safeguarding Officer to join Reddish Hall School in Stockport, SK5 6UY. This role combines support for families with safeguarding responsibilities, helping to promote pupils’ welfare and strengthen relationships between home and school. This is a permanent, term-time-only position starting in October 2026.
Key Responsibilities
- Build supportive relationships with pupils and their families, acting as a link between home and school.
- Work with families and school colleagues to identify concerns and barriers to pupils’ engagement and wellbeing.
- Support the Designated Safeguarding Officer in responding to safeguarding concerns in line with school procedures.
- Maintain accurate, confidential records of family contact, concerns and agreed actions.
- Liaise with relevant professionals and agencies to help coordinate appropriate support for pupils and families.
What You'll Need
- A caring, professional approach and a strong commitment to safeguarding children and young people.
- The ability to build trust with families and communicate sensitively about challenging issues.
- An understanding of safeguarding procedures, confidentiality and appropriate information sharing.
- Good organisational skills and the ability to keep clear, accurate records.
- A collaborative approach to working with school colleagues and external professionals.
- Eligibility to work in the UK; this vacancy is open to UK applicants only, and sponsorship is not available.
What's on Offer
- A salary of £27,100 per annum, not pro rata.
- A permanent, term-time-only contract.
- 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with stated working hours of 8.00am–4.00pm.
- An opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to pupils’ welfare and family support.
How to Apply
Apply through this listing, highlighting your relevant experience and suitability for this family liaison and safeguarding role.