Home-School Link Worker
Full time hours per week, term time only Monday – Friday 8.45am – 15.00pm
MEDINA HOUSE SCHOOL, School Lane, NEWPORT IOW PO30 2HS
Tel: 01983 522917
E-mail: admin@medinahouse.iow.sch.uk
Web: www.medinahouseschool.co.uk
Headteacher: Chris Berry
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 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.
For application forms and further details including job descriptions and person specifications, please contact the school office on 01983 522917 or email admin@medinahouse.iow.sch.uk or visit our website www.medinahouseschool.co.uk.
Completed application forms should be returned to the school.
Visits to the school are welcome so please call us to arrange.
Closing date: Noon on 28th November 2025
Shortlisting: Monday 1st December 2025
Interviews: Thursday 4th December 2025
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.
PLEASE NOTE: Not all school staff are employed directly by the Isle of Wight Council, you can ask on application who the employer for this role will be.
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The management reporting line for this role is ultimately through the Isle of Wight Council Children’s Services directorate.
This council and its schools recruit according to the council’s Recruitment, Policy and Procedure and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.