Link Workers

Every pupil at Meadows has a dedicated link worker who knows them well and provides consistent pastoral support both in and beyond the classroom.

Link workers play a key role in helping pupils build confidence, resilience and independence. They create opportunities for new experiences – from external courses and educational visits to independent travel training – that broaden horizons and prepare pupils for life beyond school.

Regular link work sessions give pupils a trusted space to share their views, celebrate successes and work through any challenges together.

 

The staff’s personalised, nurturing approach helps build trust. Most pupils increase their time in school so that they soon attend very regularly. This shows that pupils feel increasingly safe in school. (Ofsted 2024)

Link Worker Staff Team 

Head of Safeguarding	Mr Phillimore (Designated Safeguarding Lead)
Key Stage 2 Link Worker	Emily
Key Stage 3 & 4 Link Workers	Chris (Team Manager, Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead)  Matt (Deputy Team Manager, Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead)  Alan  Hayley
Key Stage 5 Link Workers	Katy  James