Family Liaison

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Are you an experienced and enthusiastic pastoral and family liaison professional with a strong track record in building strong relationships with families, external agencies and profession practitioners? Perhaps you're looking to develop your career within a supportive and inspiring education setting? If so, we invite you to become a part of our vibrant new SEN school, nestled in the breathtaking Surrey Hills.

About the Role

As the lead pastoral point of contact for parents/carers, you will initiate, facilitate and enhance the partnership between home and school, through direct and indirect support, individual liaison, parental conferencing, including where appropriate the involvement of outside agencies such as CAMHs, Social Services, the LA, and other professional bodies. You will manage and lead on the collective responses to all forms of communication, gathering information when required from colleagues, to quickly resolve issues, restore trust and relationships and prevent escalation. A key focus of this role is to help build and develop collaborative links with relevant agencies, professional practitioners, and fellow parents to develop a wide support network for siblings, parents/carers and the wider family, and to offer regular workshops on topics such as dietary, or eating matters, inter familial relationships, irregular or poor sleeping patterns, and obsessive behaviours.

You

Ideally you will be a qualified teacher, social worker or police officer with previous pastoral and liaison experience, ideally within a SEN school. Excellent communication and relationship building skills are essential alongside a collaborative approach to working with external agencies, professional practitioners and parents. You must be confident in handling challenging conversations. You will share our passion for ensuring that each pupil is recognised as an individual and treated with respect. Previous experience of supporting needs associated with autism and an understanding of the processes involved in EHCPs. A driving licence and car are essential for this position.

Why Leith Hill School?

Leith Hill School offers more than just a job — it’s a chance to grow, collaborate, and innovate in a dynamic educational setting. As part of the Cavendish Education family of schools, we’re proud to offer:

• A nurturing and inclusive environment where staff feel valued and empowered.
• A commitment to continuous professional development, with plenty of opportunities to expand your skills.
• A culture that encourages creativity, teamwork, and fresh ideas.
• Daily collaboration with other SEN schools in our network, promoting shared learning and support.
• A free daily shuttle service from Dorking Station, making your commute easier and stress-free.

Be Part of Something Special

If you’re looking to take your next step in a school where innovation, compassion, and community come together, Leith Hill School could be your perfect fit. This is a term time plus position working 42 weeks per year, 40 hours per week; flexibility in hours will be essential to work effectively with our families and young people. You can expect to receive a salary in the range of £40,000 - £45,000 per year, this includes holiday pay (holidays must be taken in the school holidays).

Leith Hill School is part of Cavendish Education, a family of independent day and boarding schools. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS.