Family Liaison Officer

Warren Dell Primary School, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD19 7UZ

16 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  8 October 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  22 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Pastoral, health and welfare
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £33,119.00 - £35,570.00 Annually (FTE) H7 points 19-23

Family Liaison Officer job summary

About this Role

Making a Difference to Children and Families Every Day

At Warren Dell Primary School, we believe that every child deserves the opportunity to thrive, regardless of their circumstances. We are seeking a highly motivated, compassionate and committed Family Liaison Officer to join our dedicated team and play a vital role in supporting children, families and the wider school community.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about safeguarding, family support and improving outcomes for vulnerable children. The successful candidate will work closely with school leaders, staff, families and external agencies to ensure children receive the support they need to flourish both academically and emotionally.

The Role

As our Family Liaison Officer, you will:

• Act as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead, supporting the school's safeguarding responsibilities and working closely with the Designated Safeguarding Lead.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with families, particularly those who may be facing barriers or challenges.
• Provide early help and intervention for children and families experiencing difficulties, including financial hardship, attendance concerns, emotional wellbeing issues and domestic abuse.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation, behaviour and wellbeing through therapeutic and trauma-informed approaches.
• Work alongside the SENCo and other professionals to support children with additional needs and their families.
• Conduct home visits and work proactively to improve attendance and engagement with school.
• Liaise effectively with external agencies, ensuring children and families receive the support they need.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Has experience of working with children and families in education, social care or community settings.
• Has a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Is able to build strong, positive relationships with children, parents and professionals.
• Is organised, resilient and able to manage a varied workload.
• Has experience of supporting vulnerable children and families facing complex challenges.
• Shares our commitment to inclusion, equality and ensuring every child succeeds.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of children and families.
• A supportive and caring team committed to excellence.
• High-quality professional development and training opportunities.
• A welcoming school community where wellbeing is valued.
• The opportunity to be part of the Agora Learning Partnership.

Visits are very welcome. Please email or call to arrange to come and see us, and request an application pack.

Safeguarding Statement

Warren Dell Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, online checks and all other pre-employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

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.

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.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Warren Dell Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 264 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Warren Dell Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/warren-dell-primary-school-watford

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