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Emotional Health and Wellbeing

At St John Plessington, we are committed to creating a nurturing and supportive environment that fosters the well-being and mental health of all members of our school community.  This supports us in achieving our vision of ‘Excellence in all we do’ through our mission of ‘Empowering an inclusive community, founded on Gospel Values.’ We recognize that mental health is fluid and is as vital as physical health for personal development, academic achievement, and overall success.   

We are dedicated to improving awareness about mental health issues and are fully committed to promoting wellbeing in our school.  We  regularly host whole school awareness raising campaigns or events, such as World Mental Health Day, which provide opportunities for staff and students to work together.

We understand that when searching for wellbeing and mental health support online can be overwhelming.  In this section we would like to share with you accessible and reputable wellbeing support, advice and guidance to our students and families.  Because we recognize that mental health is fluid, there may be times when students may be struggling or want ideas on how to maintain positive mental health.  

Mental health support during school hours

At St John Plessington Catholic College, we have a very strong pastoral system. There is support in our school for any student wanting to discuss any concerns that they may have. Students are able to speak to their form tutor, Learning Coach or Head of Learning or a member of staff who they feel they can talk to. The best time to do this is before 8.40am in the morning, at break, at lunchtime or after school.

Year

Head of Learning

Learning Coach

Email

7

Ms Patino

Mr McLean

year7@stjohnplessington.com

8

Ms Taft

Mrs Ashcroft

year8@stjohnplessington.com

9

Mrs Austin

Miss Mello

year9@stjohnplessington.com

10

Mr Hughes

Miss Breen

year10@stjohnplessington.com

11

Mr Ashton

Mrs Grabe

year11@stjohnplessington.com

12

Ms Brennan

Mrs Swann

year12@stjohnplessington.com

13

Mrs Stevenson

Mrs Swann

year13@stjohnplessington.com

At SJP, we have five staff members that have completed the  Mental Health First Aid England course.  Our mental health first aid staff are:

Mrs E Donohoe- Deputy Headteacher

Ms J Gascoigne- Designated Safeguarding Lead

Mrs H Clark-  Teacher of maths and MHFA England Instructor

Mrs L Mackie - Learning Coach

Mr J Caul- Teaching Assistant

Mental health first aid is the support given to someone experiencing poor mental health if professional help is not required or before professional help is accessed. Mental health first aid adopts a person-centred approach to mental health and provides first-level support and early intervention.  This does not mean that they are qualified to diagnose mental health conditions.

If your child is in crisis and needing assistance or you would like to call and ask advice on a mental health issue they are having, please contact the CAMHS Crisis Team on 0800 145 6485, available 24hour/7 days a week.

Family Toolbox is a directory of resources for families in Wirral, Family Toolbox provides practical advice, links and contacts to support parent on all subjects of parenting and family life: https://familytoolbox.co.uk/ 

Zillo Wirral is a website for young people living in Wirral to get the lowdown on the latest events, arts, culture, news and expert health and wellbeing advice: https://www.zillowirral.co.uk/

The following national organisations also offer support and guidance: 

 

 


 

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