Brooklands Technical College

The welfare of our students is important to us. The Safeguarding and Wellbeing Team together with the Counsellor are here to support you.

The Counsellor works closely with the Safeguarding Team and Wellbeing Officers  in order to provide the students with a holistic pastoral approach to supporting them with any issues.

Brooklands has a team of Wellbeing Officers who work closely with the curriculum areas to provide students with advice and support on personal and welfare related issues.

The team provide a day to day response to safeguarding and wellbeing concerns and referrals to help students reach their full potential to flourish at Brooklands College. The Team are an important point of contact for all students, tutors and wider family / guardians to offer support and guidance throughout their time at college.

Our support includes;

Family support

Student support

Food bank referrals

Mental health support – helping to build emotional resilience and independence

Relationship support

Bereavement

Counselling referrals

Appointment based or drop in support

Pastoral support (friendly ear) to students experiencing social or emotional issues

Signposting

Internally: bursary, work experience, Youth Hub

Externally: housing, local charities, food bank