Welfare and Wellbeing
We know that sometimes things don’t always go to plan. All of our students have access to free appointments with our Welfare & Wellbeing Team for confidential support and advice on a range of issues including:
- Housing
- Bullying, abuse and domestic violence
- Financial difficulties
- Benefit advice
- Family difficulties
- Relationship issues
- Depression and self-harm
- Sexual health
Mental Health Advisor
The College Mental Health Advisor supports students with managing their mental health and wellbeing.
What is offered?
- Wellbeing Hub activities
- Student Mental Health Council
- Student mental health first aid training
- Sessions on self-esteem, resilience building, stress and exam anxiety
- Workshops
- Crisis support
- Resources and external services
Students can meet with the Mental Health Advisor via:
- Referring themselves online via the Learner Hub
- Going to room 224
- Asking their tutor
Young carers
Life at college may present some challenges for all young people, especially those with a caring role at home where they are juggling the dual roles of being a student and carer. It is estimated there are over 21,500 people in Waltham Forest providing care for a relative or friend. Carers do an amazing job and have the right to be supported. Waltham Forest College has partnered up with specialist agencies and organisations to ensure support plans are in place for all carers.
- Providing information, advice and guidance specific to you as a carer
- Supporting you with conversations with key professionals
- Providing opportunities to attend support groups where you can meet other carers
- Offering support for carers to plan, for now, the future and emergencies
- Fast-track access to some of the in-house services
- Access to a Personal Welfare Advisor
College of Sanctuary
As a College of Sanctuary, we are proud to offer a welcoming, inclusive and safe environment for all students, particularly those seeking sanctuary, including refugees and asylum seekers.
Our support is holistic and student-centered, recognising the unique challenges faced by sanctuary-seeking students. We provide financial and academic support, access to wellbeing and counselling services and dedicated staff who work closely with students to ensure they feel safe, valued and empowered.
Through awareness-raising events, inclusive curriculum practices, and strong partnerships with local community organisations, we actively promote understanding, compassion and opportunity.
