A structured, responsible way to listen to staff
and act wisely without creating problems you can’t sustain
You already know staff wellbeing matters.
What’s harder is knowing how to respond properly, without guessing, without overreacting, and without opening doors you don’t have the capacity to close.
Most school and trust leaders live with a low-level unease. You notice the fatigue, the tension, the quiet frustration. You hear it in passing comments, see it in absence patterns, and feel it in the emotional tone of your organisation. At the same time, you’re acutely aware of the risks of “doing the wrong thing” such as surfacing issues you can’t fix, raising expectations you can’t meet, or investing time and money in something that doesn’t genuinely help.
This offer exists for leaders who care deeply about their staff and their pupils and who want to act responsibly rather than reactively.
For many leaders, the hesitation isn’t whether staff wellbeing is important.
It’s whether spending money here is the right thing to do when resources are tight and scrutiny on budgets is high.
There’s often an unspoken belief that money should go directly to things that “obviously” impact pupil outcomes and that staff wellbeing is something to address only if there’s room left. That belief doesn’t come from indifference. It comes from a strong sense of duty to protect standards and use limited budgets wisely.
The problem is that this framing quietly separates staff from outcomes when, in reality, the two are inseparable.
Staff surveys that actually have impact
Supporting staff wellbeing is not about keeping people happy or comfortable.
It’s about enabling the adults pupils rely on to do their jobs clearly, consistently, and sustainably.
When staff are depleted, unclear, or carrying unresolved strain, the cost doesn’t disappear. It shows up elsewhere – in inconsistency, reduced capacity, reactive decision-making, and leaders being pulled further into firefighting. Over time, that affects the quality of everyday experiences pupils have in classrooms and corridors.
This is why investing in staff wellbeing isn’t a diversion from pupil outcomes.
It’s one of the ways those outcomes are protected in practice.
Introducing
Nourish The Workplace ™️
Helping schools to help themselves.
This offer provides a carefully designed staff wellbeing survey, combined with expert interpretation and guidance, specifically created for school and trust leaders operating under real constraints.
It allows you to listen properly to staff without exposing yourself, your organisation, or your budget to unnecessary risk. Instead of vague signals or overwhelming data, you receive clear, proportionate insight into what is actually affecting staff and guidance on how to respond wisely within the reality you’re working in.
This is not about fixing everything. It’s about understanding enough to act responsibly.
Are the wellbeing initiatives that you have in place actually working?
Are people happy and feel able to do their job effectively?
What would improve their workplace?
What I offer
- Targeted Wellbeing Surveys That Ask the Right Questions
My surveys are meticulously crafted to encompass all areas of working practices, happiness, health in the workplace, workload, and job satisfaction. These questions are strategically designed to collect the information you need and what staff want to tell you.
- Comprehensive Reports with Expert Recommendations
Upon completion, schools receive a detailed report providing insights into the sentiments of their staff. Uncover the specific factors that contribute to the wellbeing of your staff, enabling you to implement targeted strategies for retention and productivity.
- Recruitment Help Whilst Celebrating Your Successes
All participating schools receive guidance on crafting a dedicated staff wellbeing page for their website. Further to that, eligible schools can work towards the Nourish the Workplace Award which serves as a celebration of success and becomes a compelling showcase for prospective new staff.
Essential Level
£6 per member of staff at your school
- My tried and tested essential survey. 30 questions targeted at getting you the data and information you need
- Full analysis report including all the data, the comments left by the staff and our expert recommendations for realistic and sustainable future planning
- Toolkit to support your drive towards meaningful change
- Access to Nourish the Workplace Award structure and application support
- Guidance on how to create a staff wellbeing page for your website to attract new employees
Premium Level
£8 per member of staff at your school
- A bespoke survey for your school/trust. Use a mix of my tried and tested questions and ask about issues pertinent to your current situation
- Full analysis report including all the data, the comments left by the staff and our expert recommendations for realistic and sustainable future planning
- Analysis across key stages/departments/schools within a trust with our recommendations.
- Toolkit to support your drive towards meaningful change
- Access to Nourish the Workplace Award structure and application support
- Guidance on how to create a staff wellbeing page for your website to attract new employees
My programme works for schools in any country, please contact me for international prices.
“It is nice to have an award to acknowledge the things we put in place to improve staff wellbeing.”
- Review from a Nourish School
“Really helped us to consider what was important to staff and how to work with them to improve.”
- Review from a Nourish School
“It helped us to identify areas to address but also to celebrate.”
- Review from a Nourish School
Many wellbeing initiatives fail because they surface problems without providing containment. Leaders are left holding the emotional weight, the interpretation, and the consequences alone.
This approach is different.
It is designed to give structure where there is currently guesswork, clarity where there is noise, and support at the exact point where insight needs to turn into action. The guidance helps you distinguish between what you can influence and what sits beyond your control so you’re not carrying unrealistic responsibility or raising expectations you can’t sustain.
That’s what makes this feel safe rather than risky.
Choosing this isn’t about prioritising staff over pupils.
It’s about protecting the conditions that allow good teaching, leadership, and decision-making to continue.
It’s a contained, proportionate investment that can be clearly explained and justified – to governors, to budgets, and to yourself. You’re not committing to open-ended change or outcomes you can’t control. You’re choosing a structured way to listen, understand, and respond wisely.
For many leaders, the relief comes not from “doing something,” but from knowing they are finally responding in a way that makes sense.
Why choose me:
My surveys are not just about addressing immediate concerns; they are about fostering an environment that retains exceptional staff who are able to work at their best for the pupils. By investing in my wellbeing surveys, you are investing in the longevity and success of your educational community.
I understand that as busy leaders, your to-do list is already extensive. Outsourcing the survey process to me not only ensures its effectiveness but also frees up your valuable time to focus on pressing tasks. With 8 years of experience in crafting the right questions, drawing on over 20 years experience in the education sector, I bring a level of expertise that guarantees meaningful insights.
I don’t use AI, or computer algorithms to analyse your survey. I personally read every comment, look closely at the data and build a picture of the culture of your school. My trusted support provides you and your staff with the security it needs to make lasting, effective change.
Outsourcing guarantees complete anonymity for your staff. All surveys are returned directly to me, enhancing the trust of your staff in the survey process. This confidentiality fosters open and honest responses, providing you with a true reflection of your school’s wellbeing landscape.
How this contributes to a more positive working environment:
- Identifying Pain Points: My surveys help pinpoint challenges and concerns, allowing you to address issues proactively and contribute to staff retention.
- Tailoring Support and Resources: By understanding unique needs, I enable schools to provide targeted support, fostering loyalty and encouraging staff to stay, ultimately enhancing performance and productivity.
- Promoting Open Communication: Surveys create a channel for open communication, strengthening the connection between employees and the organisation.
- Building Trust and Transparency: Regular surveys demonstrate a commitment to transparency, building trust in the organisation’s leadership.
- Preventing Burnout: Identifying signs of burnout early allows for timely interventions, preventing valuable employees from reaching a point of no return, saving money on absence and recruitment.
- Creating a Culture of Continuous Improvement: A commitment to continuous improvement based on survey feedback signals that the organisation values wellbeing, fostering an environment where staff are more likely to stay and grow.
