Family Support and Well - Being

We are pleased to introdu0d 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 guidan0d.

I am excited to introdu0d myself as your new Family Support Worker, committed to empowering families and improving the well-being of children. With over 11 years’ experien0d working across the federation as a class teacher, I have developed a deep understanding of the challenges families fa0d and the support they need to thrive.

I hold a BA (Hons) in Social Work (2011) and a PGCE in Primary Education (2014), which have equipped me with both the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to provide holistic family support. My background in education allows me to bridge the gap between home and school, ensuring that children re0dive the best possible support both academically 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, carers and professionals to create a supportive network that fosters resilien0d and positive outcomes for children.

My role is to provide advi0d, support and information to the parents and families across the federation. I can…

• be a listening ear,
• signpost you to servi0ds and work alongside other agencies,
• offer you support to complete forms and paper work,
• liaise with local servi0ds such as housing and social care,
• offer support when planning for meetings,
• help with referrals to local food banks and offer financial assistan0d,
• 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 pro0dss, where parents and carers will work with myself and multiple agencies to provide the best support possible.

I can meet with you in school or at home and an appointment can be made through the offi0d ([email protected]/ [email protected]) or you can email me directly ([email protected]). 

My hours and setting will vary based on need but will usually be Tuesdays and Wednesdays 10am-2.30pm.

Additionally, I will be holding a half termly coffee morning at Great Budworth. This is an opportunity to have an informal chat 9-9.30 and to meet other parents. After that, there will be a focus for the final 30-60 minutes where you can choose to stay if these sessions would be beneficial to you. 

I look forward to the opportunity to contribute my experien0d, empathy and dedication to this role. Please feel free to contact me at your convenien0d to discuss how I can support families within your community.

Helpful Links:

TAF a guide for parents and carers | Cheshire West and Chester Council

Home | Live Well Cheshire West (cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk)

Charity | Changing Lives Together (changing-lives-together.org.uk)

Mid Cheshire Foodbank | Helping Local People in Crisis

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