A clear, collaborative and safeguarding-aligned approach
Every school operates differently. Pressures, priorities, timetables and systems vary - and any external wellbeing support needs to fit within those realities.
My role is to work alongside schools, offering calm, practical wellbeing input that complements your existing pastoral, SEND and safeguarding frameworks.
Working in Partnership
I work collaboratively with school leadership, pastoral teams and designated safeguarding leads to ensure support is appropriate, proportionate and aligned with your school’s values and procedures.
Before any work begins, we discuss:
Your school’s context and priorities
Who the support is for (students, staff or both)
How wellbeing input fits alongside existing provision
Practical considerations such as space, timing and communication
Support is never “off the shelf” - it is shaped around your setting.
How I Work With Schools
Referrals & Access to Support
Referrals are typically made via:
Pastoral leads
SENCOs
DSLs
Senior leadership
The school determines:
Which pupils or staff are referred
The level of support required
How progress and communication are managed
This ensures clarity, consistency and appropriate oversight at all times.
Consent, Confidentiality & Communication
Parental consent is obtained in line with school policy
Gillick competence is respected where appropriate
Confidentiality is explained clearly and age-appropriately
Information sharing is proportionate and transparent
I maintain clear professional boundaries and communicate appropriately with school staff, always within agreed safeguarding parameters.
How Sessions Fit Within the School Day
Support is designed to be practical and minimally disruptive.
Sessions may take place:
During the school day
At agreed times to avoid core learning where possible
In a quiet, appropriate space identified by the school
The structure and frequency of sessions are agreed in advance, with flexibility to adapt where needed.
Boundaries of Practice
My work in schools is:
Focused on emotional regulation, resilience and coping skills
Present-focused and solution-oriented
Designed to support wellbeing, not provide therapy within school
This work does not replace:
School counselling provision
CAMHS or NHS services
External clinical or therapeutic support
Where additional support may be beneficial, this is discussed appropriately with the school.
On-Site and Online Delivery
Support can be delivered:
On site, within the school environment
Online, where appropriate and agreed
Online delivery may be useful for:
Staff wellbeing support
Follow-up sessions
Schools with limited space or timetable flexibility
All delivery methods maintain the same safeguarding standards.
Safeguarding Responsibilities
The school retains safeguarding responsibility at all times.
I:
Work in line with the school’s safeguarding policy
Escalate concerns through agreed school procedures
Maintain professional records in line with GDPR
Communicate promptly and appropriately where concerns arise
Further details are available on the Safeguarding & Professional Standards page.(link)
Schools value this approach because it is:
Clear and well-defined
Safeguarding-aware
Flexible and realistic
Respectful of school systems
Focused on practical wellbeing support
If you would like to discuss how this approach could work in your setting, you’re welcome to get in touch.
Enquire About School Wellbeing Support (link)
I aim to respond within 48 hours (during term time).
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