Home School Link Worker

About this Role We are a primary school in the Oxfordshire town of Carterton, close to RAF Brize Norton. As a school we are working really hard to build a strong and committed team with the capacity to improve the outcomes for our pupils. We are recruiting a Home School Link Worker for 10 hours per week. Working times are negotiable for the right candidate. We are proud to be an academy as part of Ridgeway Education Trust, which comprises of six primary schools and two secondaries where collaboration and a supportive culture are at the heart of our culture. As a growing trust, there are an increasing range of professional development opportunities for colleagues. This commitment to continuous professional development is wide-ranging and available to all, regardless of experience. We can offer: A warm, supportive school community where everyone is known and valued Enthusiastic, engaged children, who value the opportunities school provides Flexible employment options, including part-time working patterns Opportunities for CPD and career progression both within school and across Ridgeway Education Trust If you are ready to contribute to building our school's exciting future, we encourage you to contact us to find out more about our school or this vacancy. We may interview and appoint earlier than the closing date for a strong candidate. As our Home School Link Worker, you will be a key member of our inclusion team, working closely with the Deputy Headteacher/SENDCo and other staff to strengthen the vital relationship between home and school. Your role will focus on: Promoting improved attendance, behaviour, and engagement for pupils by supporting them and their families. Building strong links between school, families, and external agencies to ensure every child has the best possible opportunities. Providing guidance and signposting families to appropriate services and resources. Offering parenting advice and support, sometimes outside normal school hours, to meet family needs. Improving educational opportunities and life chances for children through positive attitudes and strong relationships. This role requires excellent communication skills, empathy, and the ability to work flexibly to support families effectively. If you are passionate about making a difference for children and families, and ready to contribute to our school’s exciting future, we would love to hear from you. To apply or find out more, please contact us at office@carterton.school Ridgeway Education Trust is committed to safeguarding, equality and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff working in all its schools to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory enhanced DBS, references and pre-employment safeguarding checks. All Leadership roles will require a Section 128 check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining a post. All cases are considered confidentially and according to the nature of the role and information disclosed.