Mental Health and Wellbeing (Code: C1560)
BackThis programme will create space for leaders to reflect on and share their journey towards self-awareness and positive mental health. Through listening, learning and leading by example, a culture shift can be embedded, starting from the top.
There will be a series of 4 webinars to spotlight effective practice in the sector and to support dialogue on the current issues impacting FE providers.
Webinar attendees must be from a publicly funded FE provider in England.
Upcoming
Who is this for?
Webinar one: FE leaders responding with support, compassion and hope to address the impact of poverty on mental health – Thursday 17 October 2024, 10:30am – 12:00pm is aimed at principals and senior leaders in FE.
Webinar two: A spotlight on the mental health needs of marginalised and quieter voices in FE to inform inclusive practice – Tuesday 3 December 2024, 1:30 – 3:00pm is aimed at principals and senior leaders in FE.
Webinar three: A strategic approach to finding authentic connections to overcome isolation within a dispersed workforce and across rural communities – Monday 10 February 2025, 10:30am – 12:00pm
is aimed at principals and senior leaders in FE
Webinar four: Embedding a whole organisational approach: Where we are now – Wednesday 12 March 2025, 10:30am – 12:00pm is aimed at principals and senior leaders in FE.
Training aim
The aim of the Mental Health and Wellbeing Programme is to support all FE leaders and managers to embed humanistic cultures within their organisations, addressing some of the emerging issues that are impacting students and staff.
These webinars are part of a wider set of resources. One blog and two resources will be published that relate to the first three webinar themes. These will be shared with delegates to encourage continued learning and reflection.
Outcomes
Webinar 1: FE leaders will reflect on the impact of poverty on mental health and wellbeing, sharing some of the ways they are supporting their workforce and students to address these challenges.
Webinar 2: FE leaders will put a spotlight on the mental health and wellbeing of marginalised and quieter voices within their education community, highlighting effective inclusive practice undertaken to ensure these voices are heard and responded to.
Webinar 3: Within a dispersed workforce and across rural further education communities, the challenge of disconnection and isolation will be acknowledged by FE leaders who are actively bridging the gaps and building connections to support the mental health and wellbeing of their workforce and students.
Webinar 4: The final webinar in this series provides space to reflect on the journeys undertaken across the sector over the lifespan of this leadership programme.
For more detailed objectives see here
Length
Each webinar will be 90 minutes long.
Webinar 1: FE leaders responding with support, compassion and hope to address the impact of poverty on mental health – Thursday 17 October 2024, 10:30am – 12:00pm
Webinar 2: A spotlight on the mental health needs of marginalised and quieter voices in FE to inform inclusive practice – Tuesday 3 December 2024, 1:30 – 3:00pm
Webinar 3: A strategic approach to finding authentic connections to overcome isolation within a dispersed workforce and across rural communities – Monday 10 February 2025, 10:30am – 12:00pm
Webinar 4: Embedding a whole organisational approach: Where we are now – Wednesday 12 March 2025, 10:30am – 12:00pm
Following the speakers, each webinar will have a breakout session that will last 20 minutes.
Entry Requirements
The webinars are aimed at principals and senior leaders in publicly funded FE providers in England.
Contact us
If this course is not currently available at a suitable date/location, please register your interest and we will let you know about new events as they are announced.
If you have any questions, please contact:
T: 0800 0 831 830
E: enquiries@etfoundation.co.uk
