Rebecca Burton is the Pastoral Support Worker, supporting children and families at Boroughbridge Primary and Nursery School.
Rebecca’s role in school is to provide support, advice and information to families who are facing a challenge or difficulty no matter how small.
“I can help you with any worries that you may have in relation to your child’s education, behaviour and wellbeing and I can also be a listening ear if you need someone to talk to. I can meet with you in school at a convenient time. I may not have all the answers, but hopefully I can work with you to bring about positive change!”
Advice and support is confidential although concerns relating to the safeguarding of children will always be dealt with in accordance with the school’s Safeguarding Policy.
Support can include, but isn’t limited to, supporting parents/carers:
- Who are experiencing difficulties in managing their child’s behaviour or who have concerns around their child’s behaviour.
- Whose children are not attending school regularly
- Who may need support on a wide range of issues impacting on family life
- Who are worried about their child’s emotional health
- Who would like support around adjusting to any changes within the family home
- Who would benefit from being signposted to more specific and targeted services in the local community including health, housing and wellbeing services
- To discuss any concerns or worries in a safe secure environment.
Supporting children in school on a 1-to-1 basis and in small groups by listening and working with them around a variety of issues including:
- Support around understanding and managing emotions
- Promoting confidence and self-esteem
- Supporting around key transitions, including moving between classes and schools
- Support around friendships and relationships
- Support around family issues and things that may be happening at home e.g. bereavement, new baby, parent’s separation/ divorce, family breakdown, parental health and well-being needs.
- Promoting good attendance and punctuality
Promoting positive behaviour and positive attitudes to learning.
Rebecca’s working hours are currently 8.30 am – 10.30 and can be contacted via the office or via email.
