Home School Link Worker

Aureus School; East Hagbourne; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Generous holiday allowance

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Staff benefits portal

Job summary

Aureus School is seeking a Home School Link Worker to join our Pastoral Team. You will be a resilient, reliable and supportive presence, strengthening communication between KS4 families, school, therapists and other professionals.

You will proactively seek support for families, join the KS4 attendance team, and lead EHA while attending TAF and EHCP Review meetings. Home visits may be required to support families and children.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills with families and professionals.
• Ability to work with children and families in a school setting.
• Flexible, reliable and resilient in a pastoral role.

Responsibilities

• Support families and children, liaise with school and external professionals.
• Lead Early Help Assessments (EHA) and attend TAF and EHCP Annual Reviews.
• Carry out home visits as required.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Job description

We are seeking to appoint a Home School Link Worker to join our Pastoral Team. We are looking for a resilient, reliable and supportive individual who will support us to deliver a high-quality education provision to our pupils. You will need excellent communication skills become the bridge between our KS4 pupils’ families and school, therapists and other professionals.

Your opportunity

The role will include being proactive in seeking support for our families in relation to school and the wider community. You will join the KS4 attendance team as well as lead Early Help Assessments (EHA), attend Team Around the Family (TAF) and Education Health Care Plan (EHCP) Annual Review Meetings.

There will be a requirement to carry out home visits to support families and children and to work on your own as and when this is necessary.

The successful candidates will complement the team at our school, demonstrate a commitment to learning and enjoy working with children of all abilities.

About Aureus School

Aureus School is an 11-16 co-educational comprehensive school. In its most recent Ofsted inspection (October 2024), Aureus School was graded good in all areas. We firmly believe that every child deserves the opportunity to succeed, and our approach is driven by a belief in a comprehensive education centred around high expectations for all. As a community, we believe in creating a learning environment that is both engaging and exciting, with an education that challenges our students to think critically and push boundaries. There is no limit to what our students can achieve, and we provide the necessary support and resources so that everyone can succeed.

As a purpose-built school, opened in 2017, Aureus has brand new technology using the latest equipment to enhance the students' learning experience. Our mission is simple: Cultivating ambition; high standards for all. We are committed to providing an exceptional learning environment that empowers all of our students to succeed. Our vision and core values of Ambition, Resilience and Respect guide every aspect of our educational journey, ensuring that each student’s experience is marked by excellence, ambition and unwavering high standards.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

• A Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 20,000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

• Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Career pathways and talent management
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

The Details

Start date: November 2026

Contract type: Permanent, full-time

Salary: GLF Specialist 1 £28,009 FTE Actual salary £26,387

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, 41 weeks per year (Term Time plus 2)

Closing date for advert: 14th October 2026 at 9.30am

Interview Date: TBC