Senior Mental Health Lead Training
Empowering schools to lead with confidence, compassion, and clinical backing.
Beginner level
Senior Mental Health Lead (SMHL) is new to the role and/or has not previously completed SMHL training.
Intermediate level
SMHL is familiar with the role and/or has completed limited SMHL leadership training.
Advanced level
SMHL established in their role and/or has completed comprehensive SMHL leadership training.
Apply to our training and build a sustainable, trauma-informed mental health strategy for your school.
At Innovating Minds, we understand that mental health leadership is more than a role, it’s a responsibility. Our Senior Mental Health Lead Training equips school leaders with the tools, confidence, and clinical support to embed a whole-school approach to mental heath and wellbeing.
Delivered by experienced psychologists and education professionals, this training goes beyond theory. You’ll receive 1:1 clinical coaching, access to our award-winning EduPod platform, and practical strategies tailored to your school’s unique needs.
Whether you're just starting out or strengthening existing provision, our programme meets you where you are—and helps you lead with impact.
Why apply?
This training is suitable for all education settings, including primary, secondary, special schools, and alternative provisions. Whether you're a headteacher, SENCO, or pastoral lead, we’re here to support your journey.
- Includes a 12-month free subscription to EduPod
- 1:1 Clinical Coaching: Personalised support from experienced mental health professionals.
- EduPod Access: Use our digital platform to track, plan, and embed your mental health strategy.
- Flexible Delivery: Online and self-paced, designed to fit around your schedule.
- Whole-School Impact: Learn how to engage staff, students, and families in a shared vision.
- Evidence-Based: Grounded in trauma-informed, psychologically sound practices.
