Parent Partnership Lead

About this Role

Location: Danecourt School, with satellite provisions at Featherby Primary School (Gillingham) and Bligh Primary School (Strood)

Contracted Hours: 21 hours, term-time only (Flexible hours, to be discussed at the interview)

Join Our Team as Parent Partnership Lead!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families? Danecourt School is excited to offer an excellent opportunity for a Parent Partnership Lead to join our dedicated and professional team.

About the Role

As Parent Partnership Lead, you will play a key role working with our families and pupils, to develop home/school partnerships, remove barriers to learning and promote positive attitudes towards school and education. It is a demanding yet rewarding role and requires someone with the right knowledge, skills and experience, together with an engaging personality and the confidence and ability to motivate and quickly to gain the respect of others.

As Parent Partnership Lead, you will have a strong belief in inclusion and the right for each child to be successful whatever their needs and abilities, a sound understanding of safeguarding and experience in multi agency working.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who:

• Has previous experience working with children and their families in a school, local authority, or similar professional capacity, especially within safeguarding.
• Understands the unique challenges and needs of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
• Is passionate about inclusion and has a strong belief in every child’s right to succeed, no matter their individual challenges.
• Has experience in multi-agency working and safeguarding.

Why Danecourt School? 

Danecourt School is a welcoming and vibrant community, dedicated to celebrating every child’s unique abilities. Our primary-aged pupils have a range of special educational needs, including complex learning difficulties, autism, and social, emotional, and mental health challenges. Here, we offer:

• Specialist facilities like outdoor learning areas, sensory playrooms, and therapeutic support services.
• A personalised curriculum tailored to the specific needs and potential of each child.
• A collaborative and supportive environment where children are respected, valued, and empowered to succeed.

As part of the Maritime Academy Trust, we are part of an innovative and forward-thinking network of schools, benefiting from shared expertise and professional development opportunities.

Why Work With Us?

At Danecourt, we believe in valuing and investing in our staff as much as we do in our students. As part of our team, you will enjoy:

• A positive and supportive working environment where your ideas and contributions are celebrated.
• Access to continuous professional development (CPD), including cross-trust training and career progression opportunities.
• Wellbeing initiatives, including our Employee Assistance Programme, to support you personally and professionally.
• National terms and conditions, including membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Access to Early Salary Access and financial advice through Wagestream.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're ready to take on this exciting role and help shape the futures of our amazing students, we’d love to hear from you! We warmly invite you to visit the school to experience our fantastic community in action. To arrange a visit, please contact our office.

For a full job description and further details, please refer to the candidate application pack. Applications must be submitted online via the My New Term website.

At Maritime Academy Trust, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe that a wide range of perspectives enriches our community and leads to better outcomes for our students.

We are dedicated to safeguarding the welfare of all our pupils. This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and pre-employment checks. In line with the latest guidance from KCSIE 2024, we may conduct online searches on shortlisted candidates as part of our recruitment process.

Apply Now and help us make a lasting impact on the lives of our students!

Please note that we may hold interviews on a rolling basis as applications are received and reserve the right to offer the position before the closing date. Submit your application as soon as possible to avoid missing out on this fantastic opportunity!