Pastoral Support
At Greasby Junior School, we recognise that children learn best when they feel safe, happy, supported and ready to learn. Pastoral support is an important part of our whole-school approach to children’s wellbeing, alongside the care and support provided every day by class teachers and other members of staff.
Children may need some additional support at different points during their time with us. This might be because of worries or anxiety, friendship difficulties, bereavement or loss, changes within the family, difficulties attending or accessing school, emotional regulation, or other circumstances affecting their wellbeing.
Our pastoral support is tailored to the individual child and may include:
- support from a trusted adult in school;
- opportunities to talk about worries or difficulties;
- support with friendships, emotions or accessing the school day;
- targeted interventions where appropriate;
- working closely with parents and carers;
- seeking advice or support from external professionals and services when needed.
Our SENDCo and Deputy Headteacher, Mrs Mullineux-Clay, oversees and coordinates pastoral support across school. She works closely with children, families and school staff and liaises with a range of external services, including Early Help and our Mental Health Support Team (MHST). Where appropriate, she can meet with parents and carers to discuss concerns, help identify possible sources of support and signpost families to relevant local services.
Mrs Mullineux-Clay works closely with the Headteacher, Mrs Swift, to coordinate school involvement in multi-agency support, including Team Around the Family (TAF) and Child in Need (CIN) arrangements, and to oversee provision for children who are looked after.
We know that asking for help can sometimes feel difficult. Parents and carers are encouraged to speak to their child’s class teacher in the first instance if they have concerns about their child’s wellbeing. Where further support may be helpful, the class teacher can liaise with Mrs Mullineux-Clay so that together we can consider the most appropriate next steps.
Support for Families
There is a range of support available to children, young people and families across Wirral. Where families are unsure where to turn, we will always do our best to help identify an appropriate service or source of advice.
Useful Links:
Family Toolbox
A free online resource for Wirral families, bringing together practical advice, useful tools and information about local services and support for children, parents and carers.
Branch Wirral
Wirral’s online mental wellbeing hub for children and young people. Branch provides information and practical resources and can help children, young people and their families find appropriate local support for emotional wellbeing and mental health.
Wirral SEND Local Offer (SENDLO)
Information about the services and support available across education, health and social care for children and young people aged 0–25 with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and their families.
Wirral Early Help
Information about Early Help for children and families who may benefit from some additional support. School can also work alongside families and other professionals to help identify appropriate Early Help when needed.
Mental Health Support Team (MHST)
Our school works with Wirral’s Mental Health Support Team to support children’s emotional wellbeing and mental health. If you think your child may benefit from MHST support, please speak to school so that we can discuss this with you.
Staff Wellbeing
We value the wellbeing of our staff too. Our Wellbeing Team, meets half termly, but are also available for staff should they wish to talk. Staff also have access to counselling services and a wellbeing APP where they can access a range of supportive services. We also reflect on work-life balance, ensuring staff feel supported and listened to.
Branch
Branch is an online mental wellbeing hub for children and young people in Wirral, from birth up to 18 years old (and up to 25 for those with additional needs). Rather than delivering services directly, Branch acts as a helpful guide — pointing families towards the right tools, advice and local support.
It can be used for any child or young person, whether their worries feel big or small. The site is full of practical tips to help them feel calmer, more confident and better supported. When a little more help is needed, Branch provides clear and simple pathways to local services that can step in.
While Branch isn’t a crisis service, it does include clear information on where to get urgent help in an emergency.
You can explore the hub here
Family Toolbox
The Family Toolbox is a fantastic online resource designed to support parents and carers across Wirral. It brings together practical advice, videos, tools and local services to help you navigate the ups and downs of family life.
Whether you’re looking for ideas to help your child manage worries, tips on building routines, guidance on behaviour, or simply a bit of reassurance, the Family Toolbox offers clear, accessible support all in one place. You can explore topics such as wellbeing, relationships, behaviour, parenting strategies, and growing independence — all tailored to real family challenges.
There’s no login required and it’s completely free to use. You’ll also find links to local activities, workshops and services if you feel you’d benefit from extra help.
A great first stop for small questions, tricky moments and everything in between.
You can explore it here
Wirral Local Offer – SENDLO
The Wirral Local Offer is an online hub that brings together information about services and support available for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), from birth to 25 years old. It helps families understand what support they can access and how to get it.
The site includes clear information on education support (including SEN support and EHCPs), health services, therapies, social care, short breaks, activities, travel assistance, and local support groups. It also explains the processes involved, what families can expect from services, and how to get further advice if needed.
The Local Offer is regularly updated and designed to help parents feel informed, empowered and supported in finding the right help for their child.
Explore the Local Offer here
Wirral MyMind
Wirral MyMind is the local mental health support service for children and young people. It brings together information, guidance and access routes to a range of mental health services across Wirral, including specialist support for children experiencing more significant or ongoing emotional or mental health difficulties.
The MyMind website provides clear information for parents and carers about what support is available, how to recognise when a child may need extra help, and how to make a referral. It covers a wide range of needs, including persistent anxiety, low mood, emotional regulation difficulties, obsessive or intrusive thoughts, eating concerns and behaviours that may require more specialist intervention.
Wirral MyMind also explains the referral process, what to expect at each stage, and where families can find additional wellbeing support while they are waiting for specialist services.
You can find guidance and support here
Young Minds
YoungMinds is a national charity dedicated to supporting the mental health and emotional wellbeing of children and young people. Their website is packed with clear, practical advice for parents and carers who may be worried about their child — whether it’s anxiety, low mood, friendships, school pressures or just feeling overwhelmed.
The site offers easy-to-understand guidance, real-life tips, videos and signposting to further help. Parents can also access the YoungMinds Parents Helpline, providing confidential advice from trained professionals if you need to talk things through or understand what support might help.
YoungMinds doesn’t provide crisis intervention directly, but it does offer clear information on where to find urgent help if needed.
It’s an excellent starting point for families looking for reassurance, strategies and support around their child’s mental health.
Explore more at
Zillo
ZILLO is Wirral’s online hub created specifically for young people, offering trusted information, advice and opportunities all in one place. It covers a huge range of topics that matter to young people — from mental health and wellbeing to friendships, education, safety, activities and local events.
The site is designed to be easy to explore, giving young people clear guidance as well as pointers to local services and support if they need a bit of extra help. It’s a great way for them to stay informed, find activities they enjoy, and access advice at a time that suits them.
ZILLO doesn’t provide crisis support directly, but it signposts young people to appropriate help if they’re worried or in an emergency.