Home-School Link Worker
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 14 Tachwedd 2025 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 28 Tachwedd 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Newport Isle of Wight, Isle of Wight, PO30 2HS |
| Cwmni: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | e3afd6a6-3e1d-4b4e-b40e-ddef35a19a58 |
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What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families? Medina House School are seeking a committed and compassionate Home-School Link Worker to join our team and play a vital role in strengthening the relationship between home and school.
As a Home-School Link Worker, you will support children and families facing barriers to learning, attendance, or well-being. You will work closely with families, school staff, and external agencies to ensure that every child has the opportunity to succeed and thrive both at home and in school.
Key responsibilities
• To build positive, supportive relationships with families, promoting parental engagement in their child’s education.
• Working closely with school staff to identify pupils who may benefit from additional support.
• To provide early intervention to address issues affecting attendance, behaviour, or emotional well-being.
• To signpost families to relevant support services and act as a liaison between the school and external agencies.
• To support safeguarding procedures and attend multi-agency meetings as required.
• To deliver or coordinate parenting programmes, drop-in sessions, or workshops for families.
• To maintain accurate and confidential records of support provided.
Key experience required
• Experience working with children, young people, and families in an educational, social care, or community setting.
• A strong understanding of the challenges facing families and how these can impact a child’s education.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Flexibility, empathy, and a non-judgemental approach.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., in social work, education, youth work, or family support) are desirable but not essential.
What the school offers its staff
What we can offer
• A supportive and inclusive working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of families and children.
Commitment to safeguarding
This council and its schools recruit according to the council’s Safer Recruitment Policy and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to have an enhanced DBS check and share in this commitment. This School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families? Medina House School are seeking a committed and compassionate Home-School Link Worker to join our team and play a vital role in strengthening the relationship between home and school.
As a Home-School Link Worker, you will support children and families facing barriers to learning, attendance, or well-being. You will work closely with families, school staff, and external agencies to ensure that every child has the opportunity to succeed and thrive both at home and in school.
Key responsibilities
• To build positive, supportive relationships with families, promoting parental engagement in their child’s education.
• Working closely with school staff to identify pupils who may benefit from additional support.
• To provide early intervention to address issues affecting attendance, behaviour, or emotional well-being.
• To signpost families to relevant support services and act as a liaison between the school and external agencies.
• To support safeguarding procedures and attend multi-agency meetings as required.
• To deliver or coordinate parenting programmes, drop-in sessions, or workshops for families.
• To maintain accurate and confidential records of support provided.
Key experience required
• Experience working with children, young people, and families in an educational, social care, or community setting.
• A strong understanding of the challenges facing families and how these can impact a child’s education.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Flexibility, empathy, and a non-judgemental approach.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., in social work, education, youth work, or family support) are desirable but not essential.
What the school offers its staff
What we can offer
• A supportive and inclusive working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of families and children.
Commitment to safeguarding
This council and its schools recruit according to the council’s Safer Recruitment Policy and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to have an enhanced DBS check and share in this commitment. This School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.