REMEMBER THAT WE HAVE MARIA in school - our St. Bernard's FAMILY SUPPORT WORKER. She works with several children and several families. She 's here to help, support and guide.

As part of our ongoing partnership with parents, our FAMILY SUPPORT WORKER's role includes assisting with: 

*Family relationships, health and well-being, financial hardship, bereavement, housing matters or a referral to specialist services

*Behaviour at home or school

*Transitions in school or moving up to secondary school

*Attendance or lateness

*Individual work with young people on self-esteem, confidence, parental separation, anger management, friendships, social networks, bereavement and problem solving

*Signposting to relevant services about career advice, job searching, adult education, disabilities, care and support and money management

It's a difficult time for many households, and what goes on behind closed doors 24/7 can be extremely challenging...sometimes people and families needs help, guidance, support and a listening ear.

School staff work very hard assisting families but the FAMILY SUPPORT WORKER is a bridge, a go-between, a specific person who can really focus on family needs, your specific needs. Sometimes adults prefer to talk to FAMILY SUPPORT instead of teaching staff, Mr. Foley or Mr. Stephenson. Having someone there makes a DIFFERENCE!

St. Bernard's - MAKING a DIFFERENCE!

If you need to establish contact with Maria, simply use her work details - 07880381792 or email mariachiriches@fatherhudsons.org.uk

Establish contact with her because she's here to help your child and you.