Home School Liaison Worker

About the job

Key information

• Start date: 1 September 2026 (or before if possible)
• Hours: 33.33 hours per week. Monday – Friday, 8.20am – 3.30pm
• Term time plus 2 weeks
• Salary: Grade 12, £22,621 – £25,707pa. (£14.82 – £16.62p/h)

What will I be doing?

Are you passionate about helping children thrive by building strong partnerships between home and school?

Do you have the compassion, resilience and communication skills to support families and make a real difference to children’s lives?

We are seeking a caring, approachable and proactive Home School Liaison Worker to join our friendly and dedicated team within our Nursery and Infant School.

This is a rewarding role at the heart of our school community, supporting children and families to overcome barriers to learning, improve attendance, wellbeing and engagement, strengthen positive relationships between home and school, and contribute to the school’s safeguarding culture.

The Role

•  Build positive, trusting relationships with children, parents and carers.
• Support families with attendance, punctuality, emotional wellbeing and behaviour.
• Work closely with school staff and external agencies to provide early help and targeted support.
• Carry out home visits where appropriate.
• Help families access services and community support.
• Work alongside the Designated Safeguarding Leads to support safeguarding procedures and family support plans.
• Maintain accurate safeguarding and pastoral records in line with school procedures.
•  Promote positive communication and parental engagement.
• Contribute to creating a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment for all children.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

• Has experience working with children and families.
• Has a good understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and child protection procedures.
•  Is empathetic, calm and non-judgemental.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can work independently and as part of a team.
•  Is organised, resilient and able to manage sensitive situations professionally.
• Is passionate about inclusion and supporting vulnerable families.
• Has the ability to build strong relationships with a wide range of people.

What is in it for me?

• A welcoming, supportive and caring school community.
• Friendly and dedicated staff.
• Wonderful children who are eager to learn.
• Opportunities for training and professional development.
• A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every day.

DBS check

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check

Supporting documents and information

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is everyone’s responsibility. The successful applicant will be expected to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and safer recruitment procedures.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.

For further details or to arrange a visit, please contact the school office on 01278 422012 or office@hnischool.uk.

Closing date: Monday 22 June 2026 at 9 am.

Apply on the Hamp Nursery and Infant School website

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