Salary:                    Bucks Pay Range 3 (£29,114 – £31,230) pa, pro rata, depending on experience
                                    (Actual Salary £21,541 – £23,107 pa) 
Hours:                     8.30 am - 3.30pm Full Time, Term Time Only
Contract type:    Permanent
Reporting to:       Headteacher
Start Date:            Immediate start available (subject to checks)
Closing Date:      Friday 13th November 2026 at 12 noon
Interviews:          w/c 16th November 2026

Butlers Court School is a popular, high-achieving primary school in Beaconsfield, and we are seeking a highly motivated, caring and enthusiastic Family Liaison Officer and Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) to join our dedicated team.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about safeguarding children, supporting families and promoting the emotional wellbeing of pupils. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring that children feel safe, supported and ready to learn, working closely with families, school staff and external agencies to help every child achieve their full potential.

The role combines safeguarding leadership with pastoral care, attendance support, family liaison and emotional wellbeing. Responsibilities will include managing safeguarding records through CPOMS, liaising with external agencies, supporting vulnerable pupils and families, coordinating emotional literacy interventions and helping to improve attendance. You will also contribute to the development of our ‘Bubble’ Nurture Room, providing a safe and supportive space for children to develop their wellbeing, social skills and ability to resolve conflicts.

Our school boasts a well-resourced and beautiful site with plenty of opportunities for outdoor learning, enrichment and extra-curricular activities.  We believe in providing excellent opportunities for professional development, ensuring that our staff feel supported and continue to grow in their roles. You can also expect a warm and welcoming environment, with a staff team that is dedicated to supporting one another.

To apply for this position, please submit the application form by the closing date, Friday 13th November 2026. We look forward to receiving your application and exploring the possibility of welcoming you to our team at Butlers Court School.

Butlers Court School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. Online searches will be completed for shortlisted candidates and an enhanced DBS will be sought from the successful candidate.

Butlers Court School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We’ll consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership. 

Please email completed applications to:  hr@butlerscourt.bucks.sch.uk 
or post to: Mrs Suzie Knott, HR Officer, Butlers Court School, Wattleton Road, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire HP9 1RW

If you do not hear from us, unfortunately, there were other candidates who more closely matched our requirements, but we thank you for your interest in our school.