Author: Thompson, Dave (CYP)

Sammi

Who or what is important to me?
My dog
My family and friends
Going on caravan holidays
Sunshine
Having fun

What people like about me?
I am caring
I am a good listener
I love to help people
I am determined
I never give up.

Something you should know about me.
I get easily distracted by dogs.
I use the phrase little cutie too much (so people say)

My Job
I have 2 parts to my job, they are both very special to me.
I work with children and young people just like you, and I will get to know you, to make sure you feel safe and loved. I will help you with anything you might need help with, this might be making school feel better for you or helping find some activities you can go too, so you can have lots of fun. Bury has lots of fun things to do for all.
The other part of my job is, when you are struggling with school and might need some more support, Your school may ask for a Education, Health and care assessment (EHC) if it is felt that that the right thing for you, I will do my own little assessment to make sure you and your family are supported, I will give you and your family some advice on things that may help you.

Questions
If you have any questions, ask me or another adult.
They can contact me on my email address
samantha.briggs@bury.gov.uk

What might we do ?
As part of getting to know each other, I might come visit you at home, school or even during an activity. It is important I see you where you feel comfortable.
When I visit we might do some colouring, work sheets or play some games, don’t worry though it will be fun.
If I come see you at the park, you never know after we played on the park, if its sunny we might go get an ice cream!
The most important thing to know is that I am here to help you.

What happens if you don’t want to talk to me?
It is really important that I get to see you and speak with you so you can tell me is there is anything I can help you with.
There are many ways we could talk, we could even ask a teddy to help us.
If you don’t want to talk to me on that day, don’t worry we can always arrange another time or place so you feel comfortable. This could even be video call with fun backgrounds