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Family Engagement Co-Ordinator

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Blackmarston School is seeking to appoint a committed, compassionate and experienced Family Engagement Co-Ordinator to join our dedicated team. This is a key strategic and pastoral role, working at the heart of our school community to support pupils and their families and help every child thrive.
About the role

As the Family Engagement Co-Ordinator, you will play a vital role in supporting the holistic development of our pupils by building strong, trusting relationships with families, staff and external agencies. You will lead on parental engagement, attendance, safeguarding and transitions, ensuring that our pupils, many with complex needs, receive the coordinated support they deserve.
You will also take on the role of Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL), contributing to a strong safeguarding culture and working closely with multi-agency partners to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all pupils.

Key responsibilities include:
• Leading and developing a proactive parental engagement strategy
• Supporting families through advice, guidance and signposting to services
• Leading on and improving attendance, including targeted interventions and home visits
• Coordinating smooth and supportive transitions for pupils at key stages
• Working collaboratively with staff, therapists, social care and external professionals
• Delivering workshops and support sessions for parents and carers
About you
We are looking for someone who:
• Has experience working with children and families in education, social care or a related setting
• Has strong knowledge of safeguarding and SEND
• Can build positive, non-judgemental relationships with families
• Is highly organised, resilient and able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Has excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Is committed to improving outcomes for children with complex needs

Requirements:
• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent)
• Relevant Level 4 qualification (or above) in a related field (e.g. Health and Social Care, Child Development) or willingness to work towards this
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Willingness to work flexibly, including occasional evenings
• An enhanced DBS check is required

Why join Blackmarston School?
Blackmarston School is a highly regarded special school where relationships, care and high expectations underpin everything we do. You will be joining a supportive and collaborative team, with opportunities for professional development and the chance to make a real difference to the lives of our pupils and their families.

For more information contact

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged.

Application forms and further details are available from Shelley Cooke @ scooke@accordiatrust.co.uk, Administrative Officer. Tel (01432) 265035 or email scooke@accordiatrust.co.uk

Only short listed applicants will be contacted after the closing date.

Hoople Ltd is working on behalf of our Client as a Recruitment Agency.