SAFEGUARDING...

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Main Objectives

To remove barriers to learning to ensure vulnerable pupils achieve well
To develop and facilitate joint working
To provide support to parents/carers and children and to advise on techniques and approaches to ease pressures on vulnerable families
To advocated on behalf of families so they are able to access support that meets their needs by employing a persistent and assertive working style to work with families to motivate them towards positive change

Regular support either through one to one sessions, group work or family work either in school, home or in the community
Support for parents and carers to deal with stress management and parenting issues using positive parenting strategies and techniques
Address issues that are a welfare concern and impact on a child's wellbeing
Act as a school representative on safeguarding matters including attending multi-agency meetings
Support improving family relationships
Provide a young person's counselling service to ensure they have a safe place to support their emotional needs
Help for families to find activities and groups to access locally and ensure the opportunity to enjoy life and achieve personal goals
Help with access to health care and advice on healthy lifestyles, relationships and staying safe
Make appropriate referrals to other agencies for specialist advice or support
Develop opportunities for our students to engage with the local community in a positive way