An Independent Parental Supporter (IPS) is someone who has volunteered to work with the Service by offering some of their free time to support parents.  This means they may only be available on certain days and times of the week, and we ask parents to give us at least a week's notice if they would like a volunteer to support them at a meeting.

Volunteer IPS are trained by Parent Partnership Service staff on SEN policies and procedures.  IPS give parents impartial information, advice and support which then empowers them to make their own informed decisions.

Please note:

• IPS will help you express your views at meetings but will not usually speak for you.
• IPS maintain confidentiality and follow the PPS Confidentiality Policy.
• IPS will check out information for you if they don't know the answers.
• After meeting with an IPS, make sure you agree any follow-up actions or appointments.
• Please keep arranged appointments as our IPS are giving you their time voluntarily.
• If you have concerns about your support from an IPS, please contact Lynn Attwood, Parent Partnership Co-ordinator/Manager on 01225 394294.