Student Wellbeing Lead & Mental Health Champion

Sapientia Education Trust; Wymondham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Free refreshments

Free on-site car parking

LGPS pension

Discounts & staff perks

Cycle to Work

Employee Assistance Programme

Priority admissions for staff children

Job summary

Wymondham College is seeking a Wellbeing Manager to lead the wellbeing team and coordinate support for students aged 11–18. You will work with senior leaders, staff and external agencies to ensure timely help that enhances social, emotional, and academic thriving.

The role includes line management of a wellbeing team, delivery of targeted interventions and promoting whole-school mental health awareness. A strong pastoral background is essential.

Qualifications

• Qualifications in education, youth work, counselling or related field.
• Evidence of safeguarding, mental health, or trauma-informed practice.
• First aid or mental health first aid qualifications preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration with staff and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Support wellbeing, safety and personal development of pupils aged 11–18.
• Line manage the wellbeing team and oversee targeted interventions.
• Collaborate with senior leaders, teaching staff and external agencies.
• Facilitate whole-school wellbeing awareness and mental health initiatives.
• Ensure timely, effective support enabling social, emotional and academic growth.

Skills

Adolescent development

Mental health awareness

Pastoral support

Team leadership

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Prioritisation

Calm and empathetic approach

Collaboration with external agencies

Education

Education/youth work or related field (Level 3+ desirable)

GCSE English & Maths grade C/4

Safeguarding training

First Aid/Mental Health First Aid qualification

Tools

Job description

Wymondham College is seeking a Wellbeing Manager to lead the wellbeing team and coordinate support for students aged 11–18. You will work with senior leaders, staff and external agencies to ensure timely help that enhances social, emotional, and academic thriving.

The role includes line management of a wellbeing team, delivery of targeted interventions and promoting whole-school mental health awareness. A strong pastoral background is essential.