Key Role Information

Salary
Actual Salary, based on 20 hours per week, TTO, £15,921.25 - £17,237.16
Job type
Part Time
Contract type
Permanent
Closing
09/02/2026 09:00
Interview
13 February 2026
Contract term
TTO - Term time only
Pay grade
NJC Grade 9
Department
Bishopswood School
Key stage
Not Applicable
Hours per week
20.00
Weeks per year
43.600
Visa sponsorship
No

Your Role

 ‘...Empowered and engaged learners…’

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families?

We are looking for a dedicated Home School Link Worker to join our team at Bishopswood School. This is a rewarding role where you will work collaboratively with families, children, and schools to provide early intervention, guidance, and support that improves outcomes for pupils.

Bishopswood School is a specialist special educational needs (SEN) school for pupils aged 4–16 with SLD, PMLD and autism (ASD). Our school is warm, ambitious and highly resourced, offering a supportive, therapeutic environment where staff are encouraged to grow and make a real impact.

What we Offer

  • Competitive salary
  • Full induction programme and ongoing CPD
  • Paid wellbeing days, free flu vaccinations and on-site parking
  • Flexible working options
  • Local Government Pension (LGPS)
  • Employee assistance programme
  • Refer-a-friend scheme (earn up to £500)
  • A strong, therapeutic and supportive school culture

 About the Role

  • Build positive relationships with families to empower them in supporting their children.
  • Provide practical and emotional support to improve school attendance and well-being.
  • Act as a link between families, schools, and external agencies.
  • Lead Early Help Assessments and attend multi-agency meetings.
  • Deliver parent workshops and training sessions on topics such as autism awareness and communication strategies.

 What We’re Looking For

  • GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade 4-9 or equivalent).
  • NVQ Level 2/3 in Health and Social Care (desirable).
  • Driving licence (essential).
  • Working with children and families, ideally in a school or special educational setting.
  • Supporting pupils with additional needs (SEMH, ASC, SLD, PMLD).
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills.
  • Ability to work flexibly and proactively.
  • Strong IT skills and understanding of safeguarding procedures.

How to Apply

To apply for this rewarding opportunity, please apply online via the link provided. Early applications are strongly encouraged.

To arrange a visit or to find out more, please contact the School Business Manager at recruitment@bishopswoodschool.co.uk

 

Qualifications

GCSEs in Maths and English (grade 4-9) or equivalentessential
Full UK Driving Licenceessential
NVQ level 2/3 or equivalent in relevant disciplinedesirable

About Us

Bishopswood is a community special school in South Oxfordshire that provides specialist education for children aged 4 – 16 years with severe (SLD) or profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD) and complex needs, including those children with ASD. We are a school that prides itself in providing innovative learning techniques to meet the wide-ranging needs of our pupils.  

With an inclusive ethos Bishopswood endeavours to provide specialist provision alongside its co-located mainstream partners on two sites.; our main primary department which is co-located with Sonning Common primary school and Bishopswood’s secondary provision at Maiden Erlegh Chiltern Edge School, Sonning Common.

As a small but strong community of people we are committed to providing outstanding teaching and learning for our pupils which is achieved by working in close partnership with our families, professionals, governors and the wider community to deliver a tailored and inclusive education for every pupil. 

Bishopswood School

Catherine King

recruitment@bishopswoodschool.co.uk

Grove Road
Denchworth Road
Sonning Common
Reading
RG4 9RH

Safeguarding Information

The Propeller Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

This role involves a high level of contact with children or vulnerable adults and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check (including Barred List where applicable) and online searches for publicly available information.

We value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds, regardless of sex, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or pregnancy/maternity.