Hello! My name is Ashley Read and I am the Family Support Worker in School.

My role within school is to provide support, guidance, advice and information to pupils and families in our school community. I am here to help you with any concerns you may have regarding your child’s education, behaviour and well-being.

I am here as someone to talk to, and someone who will listen to your worries. I know from personal experience how difficult it can be supporting children with SEN difficulties. I can meet with you in school or come to your house at a time that suits you. Advice and support is confidential, any safeguarding concerns related to children will be dealt with according to our school policy.

I may not have all the answers but hopefully together we can find them.

Support for pupils include

• Providing 1-1 support
• Promoting self-esteem and confidence
• ELSA sessions
• Drop in sessions
• Working closely with attendance officer to promote good attendance
• Support positive behaviour and attitude
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Support for families include

• Provide information and signposting to other agencies
• Liaise with external agencies
• Assist in completing any paperwork and forms
• Advice support and guidance
• Support families to encourage good attendance
• Support in agency meetings
• To be a point of contact between families and school
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I am available every day from 9 am. Please contact the school office on 01432 265153 or email; aread@metacademies.org.uk