Hoe Valley School is:

• An oversubscribed secondary school that opened in September 2015 to serve the local community of South Woking
• Delivering innovative and exciting lessons to years 7-13
• Committed to ensuring our students leave us with excellent academic outcomes, the skills to be ‘work-ready’ and the traits of excellent global citizens
• Following the National Curriculum, where Maths and English are taught every day
• A Google School with ICT fully embedded in all curriculum areas
• Committed to learning which is relevant with links to the ‘real world’ of business, higher education and the local community
• In a state of the art, new School completed in September 2018 on Egley Road, Woking
• Committed to supporting our staff to have a good work / life balance by offering longer school holidays, bespoke CPD programmes, minimising paperwork and meetings, and ultimately by trusting our staff to deliver excellent outcomes

The Role

The Mental Health and Wellbeing Lead will lead, develop and promote a whole-school approach to mental health and wellbeing for both students and staff. The role will ensure that wellbeing is embedded within the culture of the school and that appropriate support, early intervention, and safeguarding processes are in place.

The postholder will work collaboratively with the Senior Leadership Team, pastoral staff, external agencies, and families to support the emotional wellbeing of the school community.

Role Information

• Contract: Term time, Permanent
• Hours: Monday to Friday 8:00-4:30pm
• Salary: £25k to £30k actual salary (£29,226 to £35,071 FTE)
• Start date: September 2026 
• Responsible to: Designated Safeguarding Lead and ultimately the Head Teacher

Role Information

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the development and implementation of the school’s Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy.
• Promote a whole-school culture that prioritises mental health, resilience, and wellbeing.
• Work alongside the Senior Leadership Team to help advise and support on wellbeing policies, procedures, and interventions.
• Ensure alignment with safeguarding, pastoral care, and behaviour policies.
• Monitor wellbeing data and evaluate the impact of interventions and support programmes.
• Help manage and maintain our Surrey Healthy Schools Award

Student Wellbeing

• Coordinate targeted support for students experiencing mental health or emotional difficulties.
• Deliver and oversee early intervention programmes and wellbeing initiatives.
• Provide advice and guidance to staff on supporting student mental health needs.
• Work closely with pastoral leaders, SENCO, and safeguarding teams to ensure joined-up support.
• Support transitions, vulnerable groups, and students at risk of disengagement.

Staff Wellbeing

• Promote and support positive staff wellbeing initiatives.
• Provide guidance and signposting for staff experiencing wellbeing challenges.
• Support the development of a healthy working environment and positive workplace culture.
• Coordinate staff wellbeing programmes, training, and support resources.

Training and Development

• Provide or coordinate mental health and wellbeing training for staff.
• Support staff in developing confidence in recognising and responding to mental health needs.
• Keep up to date with national guidance and best practice in school mental health.

Partnerships and External Agencies

• Build strong partnerships with external professionals such as:
• Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS)
• Local authority services
• Charities and community organisations
• Manage referrals and coordinate external support where appropriate.
• Liaise with parents and carers to support student wellbeing.

Safeguarding and Support

• Ensure all mental health concerns are managed in line with safeguarding procedures.
• Maintain appropriate records of wellbeing interventions and support.
• Contribute to safeguarding meetings and risk assessments where required.

The above list is not exhaustive and may be subject to amendment in due course in discussion with the relevant employee.