Education Welfare Liaison Officer
Location:
Milton Keynes, SEN Provision Salary:
Competitive, dependent on experience Contract:
Full-time, Permanent Are you passionate about supporting young people to thrive in education? Do you have the skills and compassion to engage families and foster strong relationships within a supportive educational setting? If so, we invite you to join the dedicated team as an
Education Welfare Liaison Officer
at an inclusive and nurturing Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision in Milton Keynes.
About Us We are working on behalf of a school that is a welcoming and dynamic SEN provision, where every child is valued and encouraged to reach their potential. With a strong, supportive Senior Leadership Team (SLT), we prioritize staff well-being and promote a healthy work-life balance, recognizing the importance of a happy and motivated workforce.
The Role As an Education Welfare Liaison Officer, you will play a vital role in ensuring students attend regularly, engage fully, and thrive in their educational journey. This involves working collaboratively with families, external agencies, and school staff to identify barriers to attendance and provide effective support and intervention. Key Responsibilities: Monitor student attendance, identifying patterns and addressing concerns. Build trusting relationships with families to encourage positive engagement with the school. Liaise with external agencies, such as social services and healthcare professionals, to support students and families. Provide advice and guidance on improving attendance and overcoming barriers to education. Prepare and maintain accurate records and reports on attendance and interventions. Work closely with teaching staff and the SLT to develop strategies for student well-being and engagement.
About You We are looking for someone who is: Passionate about education and committed to supporting young people with additional needs. A strong communicator, able to engage effectively with students, families, and professionals. Experienced in working with children or young people, particularly in an SEN or welfare capacity (desirable but not essential). Knowledgeable about safeguarding and child protection, with the ability to handle sensitive situations. Organised, proactive, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
What We Offer A supportive and collaborative environment with a focus on staff well-being. Ongoing professional development opportunities. A healthy work-life balance, with flexibility and understanding from the leadership team. The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students and their families.
How to Apply If you are ready to make a positive impact and join a school that truly values its community, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the role. We are a premier education recruitment agency dedicated to serving primary schools across the UK. We specialize in connecting passionate and qualified educators with schools in need of their expertise. If this position isn't quite what you are looking for, please still get in touch to discuss other available roles. If you have not received a response within 7 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Dunbar Education is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding to ensure the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
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Milton Keynes, SEN Provision Salary:
Competitive, dependent on experience Contract:
Full-time, Permanent Are you passionate about supporting young people to thrive in education? Do you have the skills and compassion to engage families and foster strong relationships within a supportive educational setting? If so, we invite you to join the dedicated team as an
Education Welfare Liaison Officer
at an inclusive and nurturing Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision in Milton Keynes.
About Us We are working on behalf of a school that is a welcoming and dynamic SEN provision, where every child is valued and encouraged to reach their potential. With a strong, supportive Senior Leadership Team (SLT), we prioritize staff well-being and promote a healthy work-life balance, recognizing the importance of a happy and motivated workforce.
The Role As an Education Welfare Liaison Officer, you will play a vital role in ensuring students attend regularly, engage fully, and thrive in their educational journey. This involves working collaboratively with families, external agencies, and school staff to identify barriers to attendance and provide effective support and intervention. Key Responsibilities: Monitor student attendance, identifying patterns and addressing concerns. Build trusting relationships with families to encourage positive engagement with the school. Liaise with external agencies, such as social services and healthcare professionals, to support students and families. Provide advice and guidance on improving attendance and overcoming barriers to education. Prepare and maintain accurate records and reports on attendance and interventions. Work closely with teaching staff and the SLT to develop strategies for student well-being and engagement.
About You We are looking for someone who is: Passionate about education and committed to supporting young people with additional needs. A strong communicator, able to engage effectively with students, families, and professionals. Experienced in working with children or young people, particularly in an SEN or welfare capacity (desirable but not essential). Knowledgeable about safeguarding and child protection, with the ability to handle sensitive situations. Organised, proactive, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
What We Offer A supportive and collaborative environment with a focus on staff well-being. Ongoing professional development opportunities. A healthy work-life balance, with flexibility and understanding from the leadership team. The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students and their families.
How to Apply If you are ready to make a positive impact and join a school that truly values its community, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the role. We are a premier education recruitment agency dedicated to serving primary schools across the UK. We specialize in connecting passionate and qualified educators with schools in need of their expertise. If this position isn't quite what you are looking for, please still get in touch to discuss other available roles. If you have not received a response within 7 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Dunbar Education is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding to ensure the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
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