Family Support Worker
Colette Lighthill
I am now the lead on the Drawing and Talking programme for the whole school.
I am also a Youth Mental Health First Aider.
Family Support Worker
About me:
My name is Colette Lighthill. I have been a Nursery Nurse for 26 years. I have worked in Nurseries, Schools, and in Health Visiting offering family support to children and families for over 12 years. I am passionate about my job and would be delighted to work with you soon.
My role is to offer support with:
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Late arrivals and to encourage punctuality
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Managing attendance (absences from school) in order to achieve 100%
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Signpost parents or carers to services who can provide further support
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Children through guidance and coping in times of change and stress
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Practical ideas to support children with behavioural difficulties
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Family stresses
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Families who require a food Bank voucher
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Strategies around completing homework
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Advice on improving parenting skills
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Any parental concerns
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Children who would benefit from additional support
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Providing advice on how to establish boundaries at home
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Families in crisis
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Engaging families in activities which support children’s learning
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Facilitating a Healthy Eating Group every Wednesday lunchtime
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A group where children can express their concerns in a one to one session. Held on a Monday and Friday lunchtime
My office is located in the music room. I am available Monday to Friday (term time only) 8.30-4.00pm.
I look forward to meeting you and working with your children at St Mary Magdalene Catholic School.
Sugar - This was my first display board making children, staff and parents aware of the amount of sugar in food. The children found this very interesting. I hope it educated them to make informed decisions about foods that have high sugar content.
All You Need Is - This interactive board was made with the children's help. Some children wrote positive statements in all the areas. Many children made use of it and reported how beneficial it was.
A problem - This message simply implies - talk about your problems, share them. Don't try to deal with them on your own. Come and talk to me and let me support you.
