Family and Inclusion Officer - Queens Croft

Family and Inclusion Officer

Salary: Grade 7 / SCP 15-22 , (FTE£29,093 to £32,654 per annum) dependent on years' service

Pro Rota salary, £25,135 - £28,212 per annum, dependent on years' service

Hours of work: 37 hrs per week, working hours Monday to Thursday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, Friday 8:30 am - 4:00 pm

Contract: Permanent - (39 working weeks, you will be required to work 5 INSET days when students are not in the Academy)

Responsible to: Designated Safeguarding Lead

Start Date: September 2025 or as soon as possible

Queen's Croft High School is a vibrant and inclusive secondary special school based in Lichfield, Staffordshire, catering to students aged 11-19 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities. As proud members of the Primitas Learning Partnership, we are committed to support all children to achieve GREATness-Goals, Resilience, Education, Achievement, and Talent. Our school is a place where relationships matter, where staff are passionate about making a difference, and where pupils are supported to develop confidence, independence, and a love of learning. With a strong reputation for nurturing potential and a curriculum tailored to meet individual needs, we provide a caring, creative, and ambitious environment in which all students can thrive. We are looking for dedicated professionals to join our supportive and forward-thinking team. If you are ready to help shape the future of our learners and be part of a community that celebrates every success, we'd love to hear from you. As a Family and Inclusion Officer at Queens Croft high School you would play a vital role in fostering strong relationships between families, pupils, and the school. Working to ensure that every child feels included, supported, and able to thrive. As a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL), you will support the DSL in safeguarding responsibilities, including identifying and responding to concerns, attending multi-agency meetings, and ensuring staff understand their safeguarding duties. You will monitor and support attendance across the school alongside the Headteacher and work directly with families to overcome barriers to regular school attendance. This often involves home visits, liaising with external agencies, and implementing strategies to improve engagement.Primitas Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such this post is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check, references and online searches. A copy of the school's Safeguarding Policy can be found on our website.You will also be required to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK, evidence of your qualifications and suitable references.CLOSING DATE: 11/07/2025 at 9:00am To apply for the post, please complete the application form, equality and monitoring form and return to Emma Longdon, School Business Manager either by post or email will not be accepted. For further information regarding the Academy, please visit our website at:

Primitas Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a 'disclosure' check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Further details regarding this check are available from schools or by visiting