Emotional Well being and Pastoral Support

 

Here at St Joseph the Worker we take the emotional well being of our staff and pupils very seriously. Each and everyone at our school is welcomed warmly and we aim to create a positive, calm and happy school where pupils, staff and visitors enjoy being here. 

We recognise that at times some people may be affected by worries, concerns, anxieties or difficulties at home. It is only natural to feel a range of feelings and when pupils or staff need extra support we strive to provide that as a school. 

First and foremost we have staff who are caring, considerate and supportive and we treat each child as an individual. We take the time to listen to a child's feelings and worries and support them in the most appropriate ways. Staff are on hand to listen to pupils, provide advice and strategies, respond with actions and do our best to ensure every pupil feels valued and respected. We have interventions, books, games, social stories and other school resources which are proven to support pupils and help them overcome worries or unwanted feelings.

We encourage parents to speak to your child's class teacher, update them about changes at home or things which may affect or upset your child. Communication is key to a good relationship and we rely on you to update us.

https://www.childrenssociety.org.uk/mental-health-advice-for-children-and-young-people/the-advice-resource-vault

When worries get a little bit more than a child can manage, we work with parents and other agencies to look at ways in which we can further support the child and family. These may include referrals to other agencies, ideas and ways to support at home or addressing the difficulty directly. These agencies include CARITAS and CAMHS. 

CARITAS 

https://www.caritassalford.org.uk/

Each week we have specialist counsellors in school to work with identified pupils on a specfic caseload to support them on a 1:1 or group basis depending on their needs. They work with parents and pupils to help look at difficulties a child has and what, as a team, we can do to overcome them and support the child best. 

http://www.salfordccg.nhs.uk/camhs

We are also able to make referrals to Salford CAMHS for mental health difficulties with pupils. This is something that can be discussed, explored and arranged with the school SENCO  - Mrs Jessop

We also use the Relax Kids programme in school https://www.relaxkids.com/ for strategies and ways to encourage pupils have the tools to calm themselves down when they are feeling overwhelmed, tired, anxious or upset. 

If you have any worries or concerns about your child's well being or would like further information, please speak to your child's class teacher or make an appointment to see Mrs Clayton or Mrs Jessop 

Useful weblinks

https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/publications/make-it-count-guide-for-parents-and-carers

https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/a-to-z/p/parents-and-mental-health

https://www.nhs.uk/using-the-nhs/nhs-services/mental-health-services/camhs-information-for-parents-and-carers/

https://youngminds.org.uk/find-help/for-parents/

https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/tips-for-everyday-living/parenting-with-a-mental-health-problem/parenting-and-mental-health/

https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/support-for-parents/mental-health-parenting/

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MISSION STATEMENT

“Together as God’s children we will, love, learn, grow, inspire, Let your light shine”.

OUR AIMS

  • To work together with families as the first educators of their children.
  • To create a happy Roman Catholic atmosphere in which everyone can develop spiritually, intellectually, emotionally, morally and physically.
  • To provide a safe, caring, stimulating environment in which everyone is encouraged to develop his or her full potential.
  • To promote self-discipline in an atmosphere which fosters respect, tolerance and acceptance of all people.
  • This school is committed to encouraging the children to develop into responsible members of the school community in preparation for their role as adult members of society. In helping us to achieve this goal we anticipate the co-operation of all our parents.
  • To support all members of the community in their faith journey.

St Joseph The Worker RC Primary School, Cutnook Ln, Irlam, Manchester M44 6GX