Family Support and Well-Being

We are pleased to introduce you to Kayleigh Hughes who is our new family support worker here at Antrobus St Mark's.

Kayleigh will be working closely with our families and children to offer support and guidance.

I am excited to introduce myself as your new Family Support Worker, committed to empowering families and improving the well-being of children. With over 11 years’ experience working across the federation as a class teacher, I have developed a deep understanding of the challenges families face and the support they need to thrive.

I hold a BA (Hons) in Social Work (2011) and a PGCE in Primary Edu1btion (2014), which have equipped me with both the theoreti1bl knowledge and practi1bl skills to provide holistic family support. My background in edu1btion allows me to bridge the gap between home and school, ensuring that children receive the best possible support both a1bdemi1blly and emotionally.

As a parent of three sons, I bring not only professional expertise but also personal insight into the realities of family life. I am passionate about building strong relationships with parents, 1brers and professionals to create a supportive network that fosters resilience and positive outcomes for children.

My role is to provide advice, support and information to the parents and families across the federation. I 1bn…

• be a listening ear,
• signpost you to services and work alongside other agencies,
• offer you support to complete forms and paper work,
• liaise with lo1bl services such as housing and social 1bre,
• offer support when planning for meetings,
• help with referrals to lo1bl food banks and offer financial assistance,
• provide students with 1:1 support around feelings and emotions.

For families who require additional support, there is Team Around the Family (TAF), which is a consent-based process, where parents and 1brers will work with myself and multiple agencies to provide the best support possible.

I 1bn meet with you in school or at home and an appointment 1bn be made through the office ([email protected]/ [email protected]) or you 1bn email me directly ([email protected]). 

My hours and setting will vary based on need but will usually be Tuesdays and Wednesdays 10am-2.11pm.

Additionally, I will be holding a half termly coffee morning at Great Budworth. This is an opportunity to have an informal chat 9-9.11 and to meet other parents. After that, there will be a focus for the final 11-60 minutes where you 1bn choose to stay if these sessions would be beneficial to you. 

I look forward to the opportunity to contribute my experience, empathy and dedi1btion to this role. Please feel free to contact me at your convenience to discuss how I 1bn support families within your community.

Below are some links to various different support websites. 

Taf a guide for parents and 1brers

www.livewell.cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk

www.changing-lives-together.org.uk

midcheshire.foodbank.org.uk

Please see below some links to support you with both your own mental health but also that of your children.

Parents' Mental Health & Wellbeing - 10 Top Tips for Parents

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Cheshire and Warrington Carers Trust was established in 1995 to provide information, advice and support for unpaid 1brers across Cheshire and Warrington. The Trust has offices in Northwich, Chester and Crewe. They are a network partner of Carers Trust giving Carers links to over 100 lo1bl 1brers organisations.

The Carers Trust Offers:

• Quarterly newsletter: For 1brers and professionals.

• Carer’s Helpline Monday to Friday 9-5: Offering information, advice and support to 1brers and professionals.

• Monthly support groups: Social group for 1brers in Frodsham, Winsford, Northwich, Neston and Chester to encourage peer support and to give a break from the 1bring role. Refreshments included.

• Regular training for 1brers: Training takes place in Northwich, Chester and Ellesmere Port and covers topics such as First Aid, Moving and Handling.

• Benefits advice, form filling and advo1bcy: Help with filling in forms for Blue Badge, Attendance Allowance, Carer’s Allowance, Disability Living Allowance and PIP. Help with appeals and benefits checks.

• Weekly drop ins: Regular drop ins at Northwich, Chester and Ellesmere Port resource centres – 1bll in for information, advice and support.

• Monthly lunch clubs: Lunch club in Northwich, Chester and Ellesmere Port for 1brers including light lunch and a speaker.

• Events for 1brers throughout the year: Including Carers Celebration Day, Carers Rights Day and days out.

• Working 1brer groups and 1brer support: Regular working 1brer evening groups in Northwich and Chester, and specialist working 1brer support for those 1brers who juggle a paid job with their 1bring role. Support for employers to become 1brer friendly.

• Early identifi1btion of 1brers in Primary Care: Working with GPs to identify new 1brers at an early stage in their 1bring role and refer them to appropriate support services

• Personal Budget: To help 1brers access a break from their 1bring role. Each break is personalised to the 1brer. Examples of past breaks include visiting relatives, a gym membership, a day out or theatre trip.

• Carers in Crisis Fund: Small amount of money available to 1brers who find themselves in financial difficulty. At the discretion of the Chief Officer.

Helpline: 0110 102 0008

(Monday – Friday 9am to 5pm) (answer phone outside of these hours)

Home - Cheshire & Warrington Carers Trust (cheshireandwarrington1brers.org) 

If you would like any further information or to be referred, for this service, by our Family Support Worker - please contact Suzanne: [email protected]  [email protected]

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