Staff wellbeing

At Meridian High School we are committed to supporting the wellbeing of our staff and students. 

Summit is our in school provision that supports students with social and emotional mental health needs, where students can access supportive adults and tailored sessions according to their needs. 

We know that staff wellbeing is fundamental to a happy and successful school. When our staff feel supported, valued and able to thrive and are better placed to provide the best education and care for our pupils.

Our staff wellbeing offer includes half-termly breakfasts, fortnightly Wellbeing Wednesdays, access to sports facilities, staff wellbeing events and a wellbeing day for every staff member. Staff who attend residential trips or deliver regular intervention sessions can also access additional wellbeing days.

We regularly ask staff for feedback through wellbeing questionnaires and follow up any concerns through supportive conversations. 

All colleagues have access to Optima Health- Care First, our Employee Assistance Programme, which provides confidential counselling, advice, health and wellbeing guidance, mediation and support. We also offer flexible PPA arrangements and have dedicated staff wellbeing contacts available across the school.

Our workload charter reflects our commitment to supporting a healthy work/home balance. We want Meridian High School to be a school where people feel respected, encouraged and supported to  thrive and, importantly, where they choose to work and stay.

Please click on the link below to the link for GLF Multi Academy Trust wellbeing strategies:

GLF Schools sharepoint- Wellbeing for staff

Optima Health- Care First

An employee assistance/wellbeing programme is provided by Optima Health- Care First.

Colleagues can contact Optima Health-Care First on 0800 174319.

https://www.optimahealth.co.uk/

 

This is an impartial, confidential advice line providing support for colleagues, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.