1. Thriving at Barker Staff Wellbeing
Anglican Schools Australia Conference
August 2019

2. Background
Inclusion of staff in Thrive Framework
More than candles and yoga
A sustainable approach
Partnership with CommuniCorp

3. Results of Psychological Strategic Review
Key strengths
Values Alignment
Culture of Respectful Relationships
Physical Safety
Key Hazards
Work roles and structure
Supportive leadership
Lack of awareness of mental health
Recognition reward and development

4. Staff Wellbeing 2019 Initiatives Staff wellbeing reference group
Wellbeing audit
Proactive return to work support
Leadership training for Heads of Department
Continuous feedback
Voice Care for Teachers
Healthy Bodies Subscription
Weekly “thrive” articles
Mental health awareness

5. Whole School Approach to raising mental health awareness via the
MHFA Strategy
Standard MHFA: adults helping adults
Youth MHFA: adults working with teens
Teen MHFA: teens helping teens

6. Thank you
For more information about this presentation, please contact:
Alison Binet Director Human Resources
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