21 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    As soon as possible

  • Closing date

    26 November 2026 at 3pm

  • Date listed

    5 November 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Pastoral, health and welfare

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Working pattern

Full time: Monday - Friday 35hours 40 working weeks.

Contract type

Permanent

Pay scale

NJC SP 20-23 FTE (£33,673-£35,570) Actual salary of (£28,102-£29,685

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for someone who:

  • Is caring, empathetic and approachable, with a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children and families.

  • Has experience of working with children and families, particularly those experiencing additional challenges or vulnerabilities.

  • Has a good understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.

  • Can build positive relationships with families from a wide range of backgrounds, including those who may initially find it difficult to engage.

  • Is organised, proactive and able to manage competing priorities effectively.

  • Can communicate sensitively and confidently with families, colleagues and external professionals.

  • Is resilient, solution-focused and able to balance a supportive approach with appropriate professional challenge.

  • Enjoys working as part of a team but can also take initiative and work independently.

What the school offers its staff

What we can offer you

At Derwent Primary School, we recognise the importance of supporting the staff who work so hard to support our children and families.

We can offer:

  • A hard-working, welcoming and supportive leadership team who are committed to working together to improve outcomes for our children.

  • A comprehensive induction into the role, with ongoing guidance, support and opportunities to learn alongside our experienced Safeguarding Manager and wider leadership team.

  • Positive relationships with our families, many of whom are open to support and appreciative of the difference our staff make.

  • A collaborative school environment where staff support one another, share ideas and work together to overcome challenges.

  • Opportunities for professional development, including developing your knowledge and experience of safeguarding, family support and multi-agency working.

  • A rewarding and varied role where your work can have a direct and meaningful impact on the lives of children and their families.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
Visas cannot be sponsored.
If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.
Please complete our application form and send to sbm@derwentprimary.net


If you would like to book a viewing please ring 01332346222 and talk to the school office.

Commitment to safeguarding

Derwent Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

Appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance including an online check for shortlisted candidates..

This role is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) which requires you to disclose all spent convictions and cautions except those which are ‘protected’ under Police Act 1997 – Part V and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 and 2020).

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Family Liason Worker- Personal Specification.docx - 97.4 KB (opens in new tab)
Family Liaison Worker Job Description.docx - 115 KB (opens in new tab)
Family Liaison Worker Advert.docx - 115 KB (opens in new tab)

About Derwent Primary School

Organisation type
Academy, ages 3 to 11
Education phase
Primary school
Size
313 pupils enrolled
Age range
3 to 11
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
Website
Derwent Primary School website
Email address
w.jordan@derwentprimary.net
Phone number
01332 346222
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teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/derwent-primary-school

 We are a welcoming, inclusive school where children achieve to their full potential. At Derwent we recognise children’s individuality and the challenges they face. Therefore, reflected in the heart of our curriculum design, we ensure that all children have an entitlement to rich and stimulating learning overflowing with first-hand experiences relevant to their needs. The curriculum gives all learners, particularly the most disadvantaged the knowledge and self-discipline to become ‘anything’ and ‘anyone’.

Arranging a visit to Derwent Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email w.jordan@derwentprimary.net.

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