Trust Matters: Lessons in Leadership How to build a scalable mental health offer - supporting staff, engaging families & creating trust-wide impact
Jun 18, 2025
Becci Owen, Assistant National Mental Health Lead at Oasis Community Learning, shares her expertise in creating scalable mental health programs for schools. She discusses strategies for supporting both students and staff, including a 'Mental Health Matrix' for assessing needs and fostering effective family engagement. Becci emphasizes the importance of strong relationships, trauma-informed practices, and comprehensive training for educators. The conversation also highlights innovative ways to enhance emotional regulation and address mental health challenges exacerbated by the pandemic.
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Becci's Career Journey
- Becci Owen transitioned from teaching in various roles to Assistant National Mental Health Lead at Oasis via a LinkedIn advert.
- She was the only external candidate chosen among six, excited to impact more children, families, and communities.
Building Scalable Mental Health Support
- Assess current mental health provisions to identify gaps, especially between low-level and acute needs.
- Support staff with training and supervision so they can be emotionally available adults for early intervention.
Measuring Mental Health Impact
- Use clinical outcome measures and pre-defined pathways for each mental health intervention to monitor and adjust support.
- Routinely review progress midway through interventions to adapt plans if improvements aren't seen.