We believe that all staff have a responsibility to promote positive mental health, and to understand about protective and risk factors for mental health. Some children will require additional help and all staff should have the skills to look out for any early warning signs of mental health problems and ensure that children with mental health needs get early intervention and the support they need.
All staff understand about possible risk factors that might make some children more likely to experience problems, such as: physical long-term illness, having a parent who has a mental health problem, death and loss, including loss of friendships, family breakdown and bullying. They should also understand the factors that protect children from adversity, such as self-esteem, communication and problem-solving skills, a sense of worth and belonging and emotional literacy.
Whilst all staff have a responsibility to promote the mental health of students, staff with a specific, relevant remit includes:
- Phil Smith- Headteacher
- Dani Eyre – DSL, Pastoral Lead and Deputy Head.
- Laura Horvath- DDSL.
- Debroah Burdis- Student Wellbeing Lead
- Joanne Amps- Designated child protection / safeguarding officer.
- Kate Skinner- Mental health lead / senior mental health lead
- Laura Jones – Pastoral lead
