What does a home school link worker do?
These school support staff, as the name suggests, aim to provide a link between home and school. They can also be known as a home school liaison officer, parent support adviser, school-home support worker or home school link community worker, among other titles.
They work with parents and carers to offer support on children’s behaviour; provide information about school matters; offer opportunities to meet other parents such as coffee mornings; visit families at home; and link families to other support services.
They may also provide support as children change classes or schools. Workers aim to help improve school achievement and attendance and build parents’ confidence in dealing with behaviour issues. They will often work with children who are in danger of being excluded or who are struggling to stay in education.
Who employs a home school link worker?
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