Pupil Wellbeing Mentor & Mental Health Lead - Primary School - Gerrards Cross
Part-Time | Permanent | Term-Time Only (incl. INSETs)
Hours: 8.30am - 3.45pm, 4 days/week
Salary: Bucks Pay Range 2 (£25,625-£27,770 FTE) or Range 3 (£28,129-£30,174 FTE), depending on experience
Visa Sponsorship: Not available
A welcoming and supportive primary school in Gerrards Cross is looking for a Pupil Wellbeing Mentor and School Mental Health Lead to join their team on a part-time, permanent basis. The role is key to promoting emotional wellbeing and resilience for pupils and staff.
You'll lead the school's provision for mental health and emotional wellbeing, offering direct support, training, and whole-school strategy. Working closely with the leadership team, staff, and families, you will foster a positive, inclusive school culture.
Key Responsibilities
Lead mental health and wellbeing across the school
Support pupils and staff with emotional or behavioural needs
Deliver pupil sessions, parent workshops, and staff training
Develop inclusive strategies and wellbeing initiatives
Collaborate with internal and external professionals
Maintain the nurture room as a safe space
Person Specification
Essential:
Experience supporting primary-aged pupils with emotional needs
Mental health training/qualification (for children or adults)
Excellent communication and empathy
Able to work independently and collaboratively
Desirable:
Counselling or therapeutic qualifications
Experience with parent engagement or school-based work
Enhanced pay available for suitably qualified/experienced candidates.
Why Join This School?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking, values-driven school community. You'll be part of a caring team committed to pupil wellbeing and inclusion.
Benefits include:
Term-time schedule
Development and leadership opportunities
Time in lieu for additional meetings
Ongoing training and CPD
Supportive, collaborative staff culture
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