Are you passionate about supporting pupils to thrive both in and out of the classroom? The Beacon School is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Home School Link Worker to join their team on a permanent basis.
This is a vital role focused on building strong relationships with families, promoting pupil well-being, and ensuring every child has the opportunity to succeed through positive home-school partnerships.
If you’re enthusiastic about making a real difference in the lives of young people and their families, we’d love to hear from you.
Your opportunity
The Home School Link Worker at The Beacon School plays a crucial role in supporting the well-being, safety, and academic success of pupils by acting as a bridge between home and school. The postholder will work closely with school staff, families, and external agencies to identify and address barriers to learning, improve attendance and punctuality, and provide early intervention and tailored support to vulnerable pupils and their families. The role also involves supporting students transitioning to The Beacon School by facilitating a structured onboarding process upon their arrival.
What we are looking for
- A strong background in supporting vulnerable families.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with families, staff, and external agencies.
- A passion for supporting pupil's well-being and removing barriers to learning, with a proactive and compassionate approach.
- Confident, self-motivated, and well-organised, with a positive attitude and commitment to professional development.
- Strong ICT skills and a willingness to participate in wider school and community life.
Please read the job description and person specification before applying.
About The Beacon School
The Beacon School is part of the thriving GLF Schools Multi-Academy Trust. We proudly serve our local community and are, once again, oversubscribed with student applicants. Our core purpose is to strive for exceptional student progress and wellbeing. Our teaching staff are well-supported in developing an outstanding curriculum alongside a broad range of enrichment and extra-curricular opportunities.
We know that we get the best out of all our staff when we invest in them. Staff are trusted and their professional development is a key priority. Colleagues have access to an extensive programme of internal and external training opportunities and being part of one of the largest trusts in the country ensures our colleagues’ excellent career opportunities. The school is an exciting and innovative place to work.
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 growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 16,000 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 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
Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.
The Details
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: Associate 2 - £23,914 FTE
Actual Salary: £20,001.60
Hours: 35hrs a week, Monday to Friday 8.30am - 4pm (term time 39 weeks per year)
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: Friday 17th July at 9.30am
Interview Date: TBC
Home School Link Worker in Banstead employer: The Beacon School
The Beacon School in Banstead is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment where Teaching Assistants can thrive. With a strong commitment to professional development and student welfare, employees benefit from ongoing training opportunities and a culture that values teamwork and innovation. Join us to make a meaningful impact on student learning while enjoying the advantages of working within a thriving Multi-Academy Trust.
