Job Description
Temporary Family Engagement Officer 18 hours per week / Term Time Salary: £13,469-£14,631 per annum The salary stated will be subject to a term time only adjustment for the commencement of employment outside of the start date of 1st September. To commence as soon as possible upon the completion of the relevant checks until the 31.08.2027. The Governing Body, staff, and pupils seek to appoint an enthusiastic, committed family engagement officer who can support our families and pupils. As our Family Engagement Officer, you will: • Develop positive and supportive relationships with pupils, parents, and carers • Actively engage families in school life and learning • Support initiatives that encourage parental involvement and community participation • Promote and market the school, helping to showcase the excellent opportunities we provide • Use creative approaches to advertise the school and attract new families • Work collaboratively with staff to enhance pupil wellbeing and engagement • Contribute to building a welcoming, inclusive, and thriving school community This post is subject to an Enhanced Criminal Records Bureau check. Neath Port Talbot Council is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our schools are equally committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and young people and will take action to safeguard their wellbeing. The recruitment process for this post will be underpinned by rigorous safer recruitment assessment to ensure that children and young people are protected. This post is subject to an Enhanced Check (child’s list) from the Disclosure & Barring Service Enhanced Disclosure. Applications may be submitted in Welsh; applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. CLOSING DATE: Friday 9th October 2026 Welsh: Not required
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