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Product Identifiers

PublisherKingsley Publishers, Jessica

ISBN-101787755444

ISBN-139781787755444

eBay Product ID (ePID)20057271522

Product Key Features

Educational LevelHigh School, Elementary School

Number of Pages184 Pages

Publication NameDesignated Mental Health Lead Planner : a Guide and Checklist for the School Year

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year2021

SubjectSpecial Education / General, Counseling / General

TypeStudy Guide

Subject AreaEducation

AuthorClare Erasmus

FormatUk-Trade Paper

Dimensions

Item Height0.4 in

Item Weight11.6 Oz

Item Length9.8 in

Item Width6.8 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceElementary/High School

ReviewsThrough a passion to provide the most effective model to support all schools' mental health provision and grow a deeper understanding of what is required of all staff, not only the DMHL, this book outlines every necessary area we as leaders need to focus on. The step by step, well written, and easy-to-read guide is supported at every stage with concrete evidence derived from research and great practice.

TitleLeadingThe

Table Of ContentContents Acknowledgements Introduction Section 1: Briefs Working with HR and Teachers to support their own mental wellbeing Working with the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and Supervision Working with the Governors and looking at polices and governance Working with the Pastoral TeamWorking with parents Inputting data and tracking outcomes Working with the Mental Health support Teams and external agenciesSuggested Training for the DMHLDMHL Self Care and WellbeingSection 2: Planner An Introduction to the Year PlannerYear plannerTerm plansWeekly planner ?Term 1?Term 2?Term 3Conclusion National awareness days Recommended Reading list Appendices Appendix 1: suggested training/INSET suggestions for staff including interventionsAppendix 2: A-Z of suggested wellbeing actions to ensure self-care and nurtureAppendix 3: Suggested Outcomes for InterventionsAppendix 4: Referral and Individual mental health care plan template Appendix 5: Engaging the family in #FamilyMH5aday (Family Mental Health 5 Day)

SynopsisThis planner provides much needed support and guidance for Designated Mental Health Leads (DMHLs). Drawing on the author's experience as a DMHL, it includes detailed plans and checklists for all 39 academic weeks offering a suggested focus and strategy to achieve the aims of the role., This planner provides detailed guidance on what a Designated Mental Health Lead needs to do, when they need to do it, and how they can achieve the best results. It gives a clear focus and checklist for each week, including spaces to add your own to-do list, and encourages reflection on the outcomes and impact of your actions on pupils' attainment and wellbeing. It also encourages a focus on your own development and self-care, with space to record what you are currently reading or listening to and one thing you are grateful for that week. In addition to the termly and weekly plans, the book provides short briefs on key aspects of the role, including how to work effectively with teachers, the HR team, the DSL, governors, the pastoral team, Mental Health Support Teams and parents. It is an invaluable resource for all DMHLs tackling the 39 academic weeks.