Family Engagement Officer - Oldcastle Primary (Fixed Term)
Job description
19.5 hours per week
Term Time
Fixed Term up to 31 August 2026
Oldcastle Primary School is a vibrant primary school situated in Bridgend, dedicated to inspiring, motivating, and educating over 400 children aged 3 to 11 years. We are an ambitious school where learning values underpin excellence, individuals are valued, and achievements are celebrated. Our pupils, staff, and wider community thrive in a safe, happy, and innovative learning environment. Recognised by Estyn as an inclusive and welcoming school, we pride ourselves on our strong ethos of pupil well-being, respect, and community engagement. At Oldcastle Primary, education is more than just learning it's about growing confident, self-assured learners ready to take on the world.
About the Role The Governors of Oldcastle Primary School seek to appoint a highly motivated Family Engagement Officer to strengthen links between the school, families, and the wider community. This is a unique opportunity to play a crucial role in supporting our inclusive and ambitious school community and ensuring families are actively engaged in their children's education and well-being.
Why Join Oldcastle Primary School? Be part of an ambitious and inclusive school community where everyone is valued.
Work in a lively and innovative environment dedicated to pupil wellbeing and achievement.
Join a supportive team committed to excellence and continuous professional development.
Play a vital role in shaping positive family-school relationships that enhance pupil success.
Enjoy working in a school recognised by Estyn for its strong ethos, community engagement, and welcoming atmosphere.
Join Oldcastle Primary School and make a real difference in the lives of our pupils and their families. We look forward to welcoming a passionate Family Engagement Officer to our dedicated team.
The ability to greet customers through the medium of Welsh is a requirement for this post.
Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees.
An Enhanced with Childrens Barred list criminal records check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) is a requirement for this post.
A valid driving licence is requirement for this post.
Closing Date: 22 October 2025
Shortlisting Date:3 November 2025
Interview Date: 13 November 2025
Benefits to working at Bridgend County Borough Council Job Description & Person SpecificationOldcastle Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.