'It should be interwoven into everything we do' - Hartlepool primary schools sign up to new charter promoting staff wellbeing
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Barnard Grove, Brougham, West Park and West View primary schools are all under the umbrella of Ad Astra Academy Trust.
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Trust chief executive Andy Brown said: “The Staff Wellbeing Charter demonstrates our commitment and dedication to support and enhance the wellbeing of all of our employees.
“It is extremely important that as an employee of the Trust, individuals feel supported with their health and wellbeing and are provided with practices and support that can have a positive impact on their daily lives both at school and at home.
“Wellbeing should be interwoven into everything we do.”
Its key elements include the promotion of a good work/life balance, a wellbeing champion in each school, counselling and physiotherapy services for staff and a “buddy” system for new employees.
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