About The Role
Do you want to be part of a new and developing team where you will help make a lasting impact on our students and unlock their life chances?
We have an opportunity for an exceptional Family Liaison Officer (Attendance).
The Family Liaison Officer (Attendance) will work closely with the Assistant Principal (Attendance & Safeguarding) on the Academy's attendance strategy, managing a caseload of 'at risk' and priority students to implement strategies, monitor, and improve attendance.
The successful candidate will represent the Academy at external meetings including Social Service Case Conferences, Child In Need Meetings, and LAC Reviews. They will support the Attendance Team and serve as a vital link between the Academy, external providers, students, and families, conducting home visits as required.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow with the Academy. We will provide one-to-one support, coaching, and access to extensive network training to support career development and leadership opportunities.
You will demonstrate:
* A genuine passion and belief in the potential of every student
* An unwavering determination and commitment to Ark's mission of providing excellence for students from all backgrounds
* The ability to manage behaviour effectively to create a positive climate for learning
* Excellent team working and communication skills
* Empathy, patience, reliability, and consistency
* Flexibility and proactivity in changing approaches when necessary
* A high level of self-awareness and self-management in stressful situations
* Resilience, motivation, and commitment to achieving excellence
* Reflectiveness and proactivity in seeking feedback to improve practice
* Commitment to ongoing professional development and training
* A commitment to Ark's ethos of high expectations for every student
* The drive and skills to help grow a new Academy
* A reflective approach towards the Academy's development
* Valuing and supporting practices that drive continued progress across Ark schools
If you would like to discuss this opportunity or have any queries, please contact Vicky Rouse by email or phone.
Why Work at Ark Blake Academy?
Further information about working at Ark Blake can be found here.
Benefits:
* Collaborative planning and shared resources
* Clear and consistent behaviour systems
* Knowledge-rich curriculum and traditional T&L approach
* Supportive leaders
* Centralised daily detentions
* Manageable feedback policy
* Excellent CPD opportunities
* Impactful meeting schedule with time for co-planning
* Friday afternoon co-planning after early student dismissal
* Free daily breakfast
Find out more about the benefits of working for Ark here.
About Us
Ark Blake Academy is a growing and successful academy based in East Croydon that opened in September 2020. We are consistently oversubscribed and currently have students in Years 7-11. We aim to become a leading school in London by living out our belief of 'working hard, being kind, and taking responsibility'.
Diversity and inclusion:
We aim to build a diverse and inclusive organization where everyone can achieve their full potential. To know more about Ark's diversity and inclusion commitments, please click on this link.
Safeguarding statement:
Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All employees must undertake an enhanced DBS check and disclose any unspent convictions. To read more about Ark's safer recruitment process, please click this link.
Please note we will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis, and this role may close earlier than advertised. We encourage you to submit your application at your earliest convenience.
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