Wellbeing & Family Support
At Kettering Park Infant Academy we recognise that every child and family may need additional support at different times. We are committed to working alongside our pupils and families to ensure every child feels safe, supported, valued and ready to thrive.
We are here to support children and families and will always do our best to help you access the guidance and services you need.
Our Family Support Worker
My name is Julie Gothard, and I am the school's Family Support Worker
and Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL).
My role is to support children and families with any difficulties they may be experiencing. This may include help with financial concerns, housing issues, family circumstances, mental health and emotional wellbeing. Where appropriate, I can signpost or refer families to external agencies and services that are best placed to offer additional support.
Within school, I also monitor attendance and work closely with our Designated Safeguarding Leads to safeguard and promote the wellbeing of all children.
If you would like support, advice or simply someone to talk to, please get in touch.
julie.gothard@kpia.inmat.org.uk
01536 481922
Availability: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 2:00pm
How We Support Children
At Kettering Park Infant Academy, we offer a range of support to help children develop emotionally, socially and personally.
Support may include:
· Protective Behaviours programmes
· Social and Emotional support work
· Wellbeing check-ins
· Individual support for children experiencing challenges or worries
Our aim is to help children build confidence, resilience and positive emotional wellbeing so they can fully engage in school life and learning.
How We Support Families
We work closely with families to provide advice, guidance and access to additional support where needed.
This may include signposting or referrals to:
· Northamptonshire Children's Trust (NCT)
· Home-Start
· The 0-19 Children's Health Service
· Social Inclusion Team
· Other specialist support services
We understand that family circumstances can sometimes be challenging, and we are here to help families find the right support at the right time.
Interventions and Support Services
In School
· Social and Emotional Support
· Protective Behaviours Programmes
External Support Services
· Service Six
· REACH
· YouthWorks
· KidsAid
· Ndas
These services can provide specialist support for children, young people and families when required.
Useful External Support Services
Families may find support through:
· Family Hub (based at William Knibb Centre)
· Northamptonshire Children's Trust
· Home-Start
· 0-19 Children's Health Service
· Service Six
· REACH
· YouthWorks
· KidsAid
