Final Checks Academy CIC

Health and Well-Being Policy

Designated Health and Well-Being Personnel

Ben Green – Well-being Advisor
Email: info@activ8tion.co.uk
Danielle Everitt – Founder and Director
Email: danielle@final-checks.com
Harriett Folan– Assistant Manger
Email: harriett@final-checks.com

1. Importance of Mental Health and Well-Being

At Final Checks Academy CIC, we are committed to promoting positive mental health and well-being for our entire community, including learners, staff, parents, and carers. We recognise that mental health and emotional well-being are as vital as physical health.

Mental health significantly influences learning and achievement. Persistent mental health difficulties can cause learners to experience greater challenges than their peers. The Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Code of Practice identifies Social, Emotional, and Mental Health as a key area of need.

2. Our Partners

Active8tion
Ben Green, CEO of Active8tion, has over 11 years’ experience facilitating health, fitness, and well-being programmes for children and families across education and public sectors. Active8tion operates in nurseries, mainstream, and SEND schools across London, Essex, and Suffolk, providing a multidisciplinary approach involving occupational therapists, yoga teachers, counsellors, and nutritionists to support children’s well-being.

3. Policy Overview

There is a strong link between successful learning and health. Our holistic approach to health and well-being encompasses personal and social development, focusing on life skills essential for learners’ success. This policy applies not only to learners but also to staff, employers, and visitors, fostering a supportive community.

4. Policy Aims

This policy aims to:

Promote and support positive mental health and well-being.
Encourage individuals experiencing mental health difficulties to seek help.
Provide guidelines for early identification of mental health concerns.
Establish clear procedures for managing mental health issues.

5. Purpose of Health and Well-Being Education

Health and well-being education equips learners with knowledge, skills, and attributes necessary for mental, emotional, social, and physical well-being. It enables learners to:

Make informed decisions to improve their well-being.
Experience challenge and enjoyment.
Appreciate healthy living and activity.
Apply skills to pursue a healthy lifestyle.
Transition successfully to further education or work.
Establish lifelong patterns of health and well-being.

6. Support Resources

Final Checks Academy CIC provides learners with access to support organisations and resources on topics such as:

Women’s refuges
Domestic abuse and violence
Legal support (court processes)
Depression and anxiety
Sexual assault and rape support
Self-esteem and addiction
Eating disorders
Stress management

7. Personal, Social, and Emotional Development (PSED) Support

All learners complete screening forms at induction to disclose any concerns affecting their lives, including:

Learning history
Home environment
Social factors
Medical issues
Work readiness skills

Health and well-being education promotes confidence, independent thinking, and positive attitudes. Every tutor contributes to this development by fostering a positive ethos of respect and trust.

8. Responsibilities of Staff

All staff share responsibility for creating a supportive environment where learners feel safe and listened to.
Staff promote health and well-being through positive relationships and effective teaching methodologies.
Staff must be familiar with anti-bullying and child protection policies and complete mandatory safeguarding training.
Health and well-being topics are embedded in course programmes with industry-related tasks.
Partnership working with specialists enhances the delivery of health and well-being education.
Pastoral care is provided by staff who know learners well and can identify early signs of emotional or mental health issues.

9. The Four Capacities of Health and Well-Being

Successful Learners:
Develop physical, social, and emotional skills to embrace change, build resilience, and set personal goals.

Confident Individuals:
Gain emotional security, resilience, optimism, and the ability to sustain relationships and cope with adversity.

Responsible Individuals:
Learn to respect others, promote equality, and understand the impact of their actions on people and the environment.

Effective Contributors:
Engage positively in enjoyable and challenging experiences, contributing to the academy and community, and preparing for successful transitions.

10. Monitoring and Review of Policy Implementation

The policy is monitored and upheld through:

Observation walkthroughs
Peer observations
Staff meetings
Mediation and monitoring of learner feedback
Regular Teaching & Learning meeting reviews
End-of-year feedback from assessors
Learner voice feedback
Review meetings tracking learner progress after each unit with senior management

11. Review Notes

Annual Review: This policy will be reviewed annually to ensure alignment with best practices and legislative changes.
Feedback Integration: Feedback from learners, staff, and external partners will inform policy updates.
Training Updates: Staff training on mental health and well-being will be refreshed regularly to maintain awareness and effectiveness.
Continuous Improvement: The academy commits to ongoing enhancement of support services and educational content related to health and well-being.

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