Wellbeing Support Lead

Oxford Outcomes; Ashford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading provider of specialist education as a Wellbeing Support Lead at Heath Farm School. You'll lead the Wellbeing Team, ensuring effective support for pupils with social and emotional challenges. Enjoy a 4-day work week trial, a comprehensive benefits package, and a rewarding environment focused on making a positive impact.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Lead and coordinate daily operational services of the Wellbeing Team.
• Support team members and oversee Wellbeing Support Interventions.
• Ensure application of school policies and support pupils.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the Wellbeing Support Team.
• Support the welfare and development of pupils.
• Attend weekly meetings as directed by school leadership.

Skills

Adaptability

Trauma-Informed Practice

Job description

How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*?

Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).

If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!

Job Details

• Job Title: Wellbeing Support Lead
• Location: Heath Farm School, Ashford TN27 0AX
• Salary: Up to £28,000.00 per annum depending on experience (not pro rata)
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Contract: Permanent, Term Time only
• Start: September 2025
• Additional info: UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for a Wellbeing Support Lead to join our close-knit team at Heath Farm School, part of Acorn Education.

About The Role

The post holder will lead and coordinate the daily operational services provided by the Wellbeing Team. This will involve taking an active role in providing these resources but also supporting team members in their own responsibilities and work under the instruction/guidance of the SLT.

Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Wellbeing Support Team including line management of Wellbeing Support Workers, coordinating Wellbeing Support Interventions (WSIs), and ensuring effective deployment, monitoring, and review.

Support the welfare, development, and behaviour of pupils, enabling access to learning, and ensure the application of school policies while supporting pupils with high standards of intervention.

Adhere to and support structures responding to Wellbeing Service Referrals, attending weekly meetings as directed by the Headteacher, Deputy Head: Wellbeing, and/or SENCo.

Who We Are Looking For

• A deep conviction that every child can achieve and reach their potential;
• A strong belief in Trauma-Informed Practice;
• The belief that all children deserve a life of choice and opportunity;
• Ability to be adaptable in a fast-paced environment;

About Us

Heath Farm is an independent SEN school offering a stimulating environment where pupils can make outstanding progress. Our approach supports pupils with social, emotional, learning difficulties, mental health issues, and more, helping them achieve positive outcomes.

Part of Outcomes First Group, we are a leading provider of specialist education committed to setting and delivering innovative approaches with measurable outcomes.

In 2024, Outcomes First Group was certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth consecutive year.

Why Join Acorn Education?

Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• Access to mental health support and health checks
• Flexible benefits through Vista platform, including health, wellbeing, insurance benefits, discounts, Cycle to Work, Electric Car scheme, critical illness cover, and family support benefits.

Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of our pupils and enjoy working in a supportive, rewarding environment.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All applicants will undergo social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS.

Note: We may close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.

Additionally, you’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time for personal pursuits. The 4DWW is subject to successful probation and is not a contractual benefit.