Student Leadership
At Wednesfield we aim to give our pupils the very best curriculum experience possible.
We develop these skills and values by encouraging our pupils to take part in roles around the school that provide them with responsibilities and allow them to develop leadership characteristics.
Student Leadership Opportunities
Sixth Form leadership team – This is our Sixth Form student leadership team. Each member is elected to take on a specific roles to work in partnership with the staff including:
- pupil leadership groups
- Careers
- Enrichment
- Student Voice
- Lower School Link
- Well-being
- Events
- Media
Prefects – Senior Year 11 pupils take on multiple responsibilities and are active role models for the school upholding our values and providing support for their peers. Our prefects undergo training i.e Safeguarding training to allow them to provide advice and support to their peers. Our prefects attend events out of school hours and are advocates for the school. The pupils demonstrate the highest levels of engagement and commitment to Wednesfield Academy.
Student council – Student Councillors play a pivotal role in the everyday life of their peers at Wednesfield Academy. They provide support to pupils and share impactful ideas to improve all areas of school life for them and their fellow pupils. They work collaboratively with 6th form leadership and teachers to build a better, brighter school where we all learn in a spirit of respect, resilience and pride.
Anti-Bullying ambassadors – Wednesfield Academy actively participates in the Anti-Bullying Ambassadors program and offers support to combat bullying. Anti-Bullying ambassadors play a pivotal role in promoting respect and kindness. They also raise awareness of bullying and the impacts it can have on individuals and the academy as whole. We are committed to promoting the welfare of children and young people. As an anti-bullying ambassador, one should be able to help educate on bullying, lead on anti-bullying campaigns, promote a culture which celebrates and tolerates difference and help keep students safe both online and offline. These students are passionate and committed to stop bullying.
Charity ambassadors – Our charity ambassadors are able to voice different ideas to help raise money whilst involving both students and teachers. These students hold responsibility to plan and execute activities that would be beneficial to a particular charity, it can be local or one of their choices. This is an opportunity that can help the student be more confident to share their ideas and develop their programming skills. Whilst planning the event, students will learn the charity’s aim and how it links to our school values.
Sports ambassadors – Our sports ambassadors at Wednesfield academy play a pivotal role in the journey of their peers through Wednesfield Academy and their involvement in sporting activities. From this role they gain leadership skills, promote the positive values of sport, act as a role model and champion for Physical Education, school sport, participation opportunities and healthy lifestyles for everyone. Sports Ambassadors aim to maximise pupil learning by providing them with the opportunity to take an active interest in sports at Wednesfield.
Eco Ambassadors – Our eco ambassadors are responsible for being dedicated to looking after our planet and making our school a greener, cleaner, and more sustainable environment. Alongside the student council, their role involves sharing ideas to contribute to rebuilding an eco-friendly school. The eco ambassadors are focussed on promoting the growing understanding on litter, energy, waste, water, our environment, and healthy living. Unequivocally, an eco-ambassador is someone who oversees the ways that we can reuse and recycle in our school.
Careers ambassadors – Careers Ambassadors at Wednesfield Academy play a pivotal role in the journey of your peers through Wednesfield Academy. You will provide a vital link between pupils and the Student Council, sharing ideas to further improve our careers education. Careers ambassadors work together with student leadership and teachers work to build an extensive, effective careers curriculum so that all pupils leave Wednesfield Academy aspirational young adults, ready with all the skills they need to go into the world of work.
