Family Engagement Officer (Permanent Position)
| Posting date: | 24 April 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Grade 5 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 May 2024 |
| Location: | Grangetown, Cardiff, CF11 7XS |
| Company: | eTeach UK Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1417171 |
Summary
Grangetown Primary School
Bromsgrove Street,
Cardiff,
CF11 7XS
Headteacher: Sian Chase
Post Reference: ED50242292
Family Engagement Officer
Grade 5 SCP 11-19 (£25,979 - £29,777) FTE Pro Rata
32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks a year term-time only
Permanent Position
Commencing 2nd September 2024
Number of pupils on roll: 377
Age range: 4-11 years
Grangetown Governors are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, enthusiastic and caring Family Engagement Officer who has the necessary skills to build a strong partnership with our families, respond to the needs of our diverse, multicultural community and collaborate effectively with other services and agencies. The successful candidate will use these skills to work across school, home and the community to ensure our children are supported effectively. This role demands excellent interpersonal skills, as building relationships with all our families is vital. In our multicultural school, an ability to speak a community language is desirable.
The successful candidate will also offer cover for classes and support learners in, and out, of class
The successful candidate will:
● Liaise, and work, with families, staff and external agencies to ensure best outcomes for pupils.
● Liaise, and engage with, the wider community to the benefit of our families, learners and the school..
● Organise and coordinate in-school adult learning classes, liaising with the external providers.
● Organise school and family-based events to help improve engagement.
● Develop families' ability to support children’s progress at home, through provision of curriculum based workshops.
● Work alongside senior leaders to raise the attendance of pupils.
● Be proactive in continuing own self-development, participating in training and performance development as required
● Actively promote equal opportunities and support the delivery of services which are accessible and appropriate to the diverse needs of service users.
● Work with the ALNCo and pupils in, and out of, class to support attainment through delivery of focused learning support and interventions.
● Cover for other members of the team where needs arise.
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
This vacancy is suitable for post share.
Please download or print off the application form by selecting the “Apply Now” button.
Application forms should be completed in full and returned to the school for the attention of Sian Chase by post at the address above or via email by the closing date.
Closing date: Monday 13th May 2024 10am
Interviews: Friday 17th May 2024Safeguarding and Child Protection are key priorities for the Council. We aim to support children and vulnerable adults to ensure they are as safe as they can possibly be. Our services and schools are committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and vulnerable adults, and will take action to safeguard their well-being, and acknowledge that children and vulnerable adults have a right to protection. This is supported in the general ethos of the Council and all schools.
As an equal opportunities employer, we value diversity. Therefore, although not a requirement for application, we welcome and encourage applications from underrepresented individuals including those:
• aged under 25;
• not in employment, education or training;
• from our local communities including in particular disabled individuals, carers and those from the Cardiff BAME and LGBT+ communities;
• ability to communicate fluently in Welsh.
Bromsgrove Street,
Cardiff,
CF11 7XS
Headteacher: Sian Chase
Post Reference: ED50242292
Family Engagement Officer
Grade 5 SCP 11-19 (£25,979 - £29,777) FTE Pro Rata
32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks a year term-time only
Permanent Position
Commencing 2nd September 2024
Number of pupils on roll: 377
Age range: 4-11 years
Grangetown Governors are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, enthusiastic and caring Family Engagement Officer who has the necessary skills to build a strong partnership with our families, respond to the needs of our diverse, multicultural community and collaborate effectively with other services and agencies. The successful candidate will use these skills to work across school, home and the community to ensure our children are supported effectively. This role demands excellent interpersonal skills, as building relationships with all our families is vital. In our multicultural school, an ability to speak a community language is desirable.
The successful candidate will also offer cover for classes and support learners in, and out, of class
The successful candidate will:
● Liaise, and work, with families, staff and external agencies to ensure best outcomes for pupils.
● Liaise, and engage with, the wider community to the benefit of our families, learners and the school..
● Organise and coordinate in-school adult learning classes, liaising with the external providers.
● Organise school and family-based events to help improve engagement.
● Develop families' ability to support children’s progress at home, through provision of curriculum based workshops.
● Work alongside senior leaders to raise the attendance of pupils.
● Be proactive in continuing own self-development, participating in training and performance development as required
● Actively promote equal opportunities and support the delivery of services which are accessible and appropriate to the diverse needs of service users.
● Work with the ALNCo and pupils in, and out of, class to support attainment through delivery of focused learning support and interventions.
● Cover for other members of the team where needs arise.
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
This vacancy is suitable for post share.
Please download or print off the application form by selecting the “Apply Now” button.
Application forms should be completed in full and returned to the school for the attention of Sian Chase by post at the address above or via email by the closing date.
Closing date: Monday 13th May 2024 10am
Interviews: Friday 17th May 2024Safeguarding and Child Protection are key priorities for the Council. We aim to support children and vulnerable adults to ensure they are as safe as they can possibly be. Our services and schools are committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and vulnerable adults, and will take action to safeguard their well-being, and acknowledge that children and vulnerable adults have a right to protection. This is supported in the general ethos of the Council and all schools.
As an equal opportunities employer, we value diversity. Therefore, although not a requirement for application, we welcome and encourage applications from underrepresented individuals including those:
• aged under 25;
• not in employment, education or training;
• from our local communities including in particular disabled individuals, carers and those from the Cardiff BAME and LGBT+ communities;
• ability to communicate fluently in Welsh.