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 Edu2btion (2014), which have equipped me with both the theoreti2bl knowledge and practi2bl skills to provide holistic family support. My background in edu2btion allows me to bridge the gap between home and school, ensuring that children receive the best possible support both a2bdemi2blly 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, 2brers 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 2bn…

• be a listening ear,
• signpost you to services and work alongside other agencies,
• offer you support to complete forms and paper work,
• liaise with lo2bl services such as housing and social 2bre,
• offer support when planning for meetings,
• help with referrals to lo2bl 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 2brers will work with myself and multiple agencies to provide the best support possible.

I 2bn meet with you in school or at home and an appointment 2bn be made through the office ([email protected]/ [email protected]) or you 2bn 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 2bn choose to stay if these sessions would be beneficial to you. 

I look forward to the opportunity to contribute my experience, empathy and dedi2btion to this role. Please feel free to contact me at your convenience to discuss how I 2bn support families within your community.

Helpful Links:

TAF a guide for parents and 2brers | 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 Lo2bl People in Crisis

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