Reference:
Perm24.10.24
Job Details:
Excell Supply are currently recruiting for a Director of Health & Wellbeing based in Wem near Shrewsbury. The school caters to a range of children aged 9-16 with Special Educational Needs (SEN), specifically Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The school provides non-residential education for up to 84 students with Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs). This school has a rich history of supporting vulnerable children, with a mission rooted in fostering a supportive, inclusive environment that promotes both academic and personal development.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Health & Wellbeing Strategy:
Lead the development and implementation of a school-wide health and well being strategy.
Serve as the Designated Mental Health Lead, promoting emotional, mental, and physical well-being.
Work with staff to identify focus areas for proactive well being support.
Learner Support:
Oversee mental, emotional, and physical health interventions for students.
Develop programs to build resilience, self-confidence, and positive mental health.
Monitor the effectiveness of interventions and adjust based on data.
Physical Health & Healthy Lifestyles:
Promote physical activity, nutrition, and overall wellbeing through collaborations with the PE department and external providers.
Implement programs to encourage healthy lifestyles among students.
Staff Wellbeing:
Support the well being of staff, focusing on creating a positive work environment and work-life balance strategies.
Develop wellbeing initiatives, providing mental health support and other resources.
Safeguarding & Compliance:
Ensure that all health and wellbeing initiatives comply with safeguarding regulations.
Maintain statutory records related to learner health and wellbeing.
Mental Health Interventions:
Deliver or oversee interventions for mental health support, including small group or one-on-one sessions.
Collaborate with staff to implement personalized wellbeing curricula based on learners’ individual needs.
Professional Development:
Stay up to date with best practices in safeguarding, welfare, and pastoral care, sharing knowledge with the school community.
Person Specification:
Essential:
- Degree in a relevant field (e.g., public health, psychology, education).
- Proven leadership experience in health and well being, especially within a school or health setting.
- Experience in managing mental and physical health interventions.
- Strong communication, organizational, and data-informed decision-making skills.
Desirable:
- Professional qualifications in mental health, safeguarding, or well being.
- Understanding of the national health agenda for schools.
Personal Attributes:
- Commitment to empathy, integrity, and excellence.
- Passion for promoting well being and resilience in both learners and staff.
- Emotional resilience when dealing with sensitive situations.
This role is central to the school’s mission of fostering a positive, healthy, and supportive environment for both students and staff, focusing on mental, emotional, and physical well being.