Family Engagement Officer
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 03 Hydref 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | Grade 5 SCP 11-19 (£28,142- £32,061) Pro Rata |
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 17 Hydref 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Butetown, Cardiff, CF10 5BS |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | eTeach UK Limited |
| Math o swydd: | Cytundeb |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 1512069 |
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FAMILY ENGAGEMENT OFFICER
Post Ref: ED50268483
Contract Type: Temporary to July 2026, with extension dependent on WG funding
Salary: Grade 5 SCP 11-19 (£28,142- £32,061) Pro Rata
Hours: 15hrs per week 9:00am – 12:00pm, Monday to Friday, 39wks (Term Time Only)
Location: Mount Stuart Primary School, Butetown
Start Date: as soon as possible
Are you passionate about building strong relationships between schools and families? Do you believe in the power of community to support children’s learning and wellbeing? We are looking for a Family Engagement Officer to join our dedicated team and help strengthen the partnership between home and school.
About the Role:
As our Family Engagement Officer, you will:
• Work closely with families to identify and address barriers to learning and attendance
• Provide support, advice, and signposting to relevant services
• Build trusting relationships with parents and carers to encourage active involvement in school life
• Organise workshops, events, and initiatives that promote family engagement
• Collaborate with school staff and external agencies to support pupil wellbeing
We’re Looking For Someone Who:
• Has experience working with children, families, or in a community support role
• Is approachable, empathetic, and an excellent communicator
• Can work independently and as part of a team
• Understands safeguarding and confidentiality
• Is committed to promoting equality, inclusion, and positive outcomes for all children
What We Offer:
• A welcoming and inclusive school environment
• Opportunities for professional development
• A supportive leadership team
• A role that makes a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.
Under the Education (Wales) Act 2014, all School Learning Support Workers must be registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC).
Internal candidates who wish to apply for this position on a secondment basis must obtain approval prior to application using Form SEC1 (4.C.081). Requests may only be approved by the relevant Chief Officer or senior nominated officer graded no lower than OM2 or in the case of schools based staff the Headteacher / Governing Body.
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 by email for the attention of The Headteacher, before the closing date.
Closing Date Friday 17th October 2025 (12 noon)
Interview date: Wednesday 22nd October 2025
Safeguarding 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.
Post Ref: ED50268483
Contract Type: Temporary to July 2026, with extension dependent on WG funding
Salary: Grade 5 SCP 11-19 (£28,142- £32,061) Pro Rata
Hours: 15hrs per week 9:00am – 12:00pm, Monday to Friday, 39wks (Term Time Only)
Location: Mount Stuart Primary School, Butetown
Start Date: as soon as possible
Are you passionate about building strong relationships between schools and families? Do you believe in the power of community to support children’s learning and wellbeing? We are looking for a Family Engagement Officer to join our dedicated team and help strengthen the partnership between home and school.
About the Role:
As our Family Engagement Officer, you will:
• Work closely with families to identify and address barriers to learning and attendance
• Provide support, advice, and signposting to relevant services
• Build trusting relationships with parents and carers to encourage active involvement in school life
• Organise workshops, events, and initiatives that promote family engagement
• Collaborate with school staff and external agencies to support pupil wellbeing
We’re Looking For Someone Who:
• Has experience working with children, families, or in a community support role
• Is approachable, empathetic, and an excellent communicator
• Can work independently and as part of a team
• Understands safeguarding and confidentiality
• Is committed to promoting equality, inclusion, and positive outcomes for all children
What We Offer:
• A welcoming and inclusive school environment
• Opportunities for professional development
• A supportive leadership team
• A role that makes a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.
Under the Education (Wales) Act 2014, all School Learning Support Workers must be registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC).
Internal candidates who wish to apply for this position on a secondment basis must obtain approval prior to application using Form SEC1 (4.C.081). Requests may only be approved by the relevant Chief Officer or senior nominated officer graded no lower than OM2 or in the case of schools based staff the Headteacher / Governing Body.
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 by email for the attention of The Headteacher, before the closing date.
Closing Date Friday 17th October 2025 (12 noon)
Interview date: Wednesday 22nd October 2025
Safeguarding 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.