About Our School
At Scholar Green Primary School we believe that a child’s emotionalwellbeing is the foundation of their academic success. We are a nurturing andinclusive primary school dedicated to supporting every pupil's social,emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.
We want all children to:
- Feel confident in themselves
- Be able toexpress a range of emotions appropriately
- Be able to maintain positiverelationships with others
- Cope with the stresses of everyday life
- Managetimes of stress and be able to deal with change
- Learn and achieve
- To knowand understand that ‘it’s okay not to be okay’
The Role
We are seeking an inspirational and strategic DesignatedMental Health Lead to join our team. Working alongside the SeniorLeadership Team (SLT), SENDCo, and our local Cheshire East Mental HealthSupport Team (MHST), you will shape and drive a whole-school approach tomental health. You will design early intervention pathways, supportprimary-aged children developing emotional regulation, and act as a crucialbridge between families and external specialist services.
Key Requirements
- Proven experience workingwithin a primary school setting or an early-years therapeutic environment.
- Deep understanding of childhooddevelopment, attachment theory, and trauma-informed practices.
- Strong multi-agencynetworking skills, with an understanding of Cheshire East referral pathways(e.g., CWP CAMHS, Visyon, Just Drop In).
- Completion of, or awillingness to undertake, the DfE-funded Senior Mental Health Lead training.
- Class cover as required.
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Designated Mental Health Lead (Primary Setting) in Nottingham employer: Scholar Green Primary School
Scholar Green Primary School is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture, dedicated to the professional growth of its staff. With a strong emphasis on high-quality education and leadership development, this one-year temporary role offers the chance to make a significant impact in Key Stage 2 while enjoying a supportive environment that values innovation and continuous improvement. Located in a vibrant community, the school encourages teachers to engage with their colleagues and the wider community, ensuring a fulfilling and rewarding experience for all staff members.
Contact Details:
Scholar Green Primary School Recruitment Team
