Categories Updates

March – School Business Leader Wellbeing Index 2025

We are pleased to announce that the 2025 edition of Education Mutual’s annual research report, the School Business Leader Wellbeing Index, is now available to read.

The report, now in its third year, uses the term “SBLs” to represent the collective contributions of School Business Leaders, School Business Managers, Human Resources, and Administrative staff who are crucial in ensuring the efficient operation of state-funded primary, secondary, and special schools in England and Wales. Education Mutual aims to spark positive change with the Index to extend our benefits to all working roles within the education sector. By prioritising wellbeing, you create an environment where staff can perform at their best, ultimately enhancing the quality of education.

New additions to the report for 2025:

  • Comparisons to 2024 edition data to highlight trends and shifts within the education sector.
  • Introduction of new insights such as Regional Wellbeing Patterns and Institution-Type Separation.
  • NEW FEATURED Useful Organisations.
  • NEW RESOURCE – Supporting Educators with Technology – Jigsaw24
  • Specific recommendations for SBLs, Schools & Trusts, and the Wider Education Community.

Feel free to download, print and share the full report here: https://www.educationmutual.co.uk/school-business-leader-wellbeing-index-2025/

Categories Updates

March 2025 – SBL WI 2025 – Webinar Launch

Education Mutual is excited to announce the launch of the 2025 edition of our annual research, the School Business Leader Wellbeing Index on Wednesday 5th March 2025. This report, now in its third year, highlights the significant contributions of School Business Leaders, School Business Managers, HR, and Administrative staff. These professionals play a vital role in the smooth functioning of state-funded primary, secondary, and special schools across England and Wales.

Join us for the webinar tomorrow (Wednesday 5th March 2025) at 2pm, hosted by Louise Levy, a former School Business Leader and current Board Member of Education Mutual. Louise will be joined by the below to discuss the key findings of the 2025 report and further raise the voice of the SBL community:

  • Angela and Saralouise – Education Mutual Member School Business Leaders
  • Nici Foote and Terri Stockton – Jigsaw24

This is a unique opportunity to gain valuable insights into the wellbeing and experiences of those in the sector and to explore how this year’s report can help inform future strategies. To be part of this insightful event, click here to sign up.

SBL WI2025 Edition Get a Quote Today