Staff wellbeing

Make staff health and wellbeing a priority in your school by using these resources. Reduce workload, seek staff views and build resilience.

How to say no and maintain boundaries with yourself and colleagues
How many times have you sat down to eat lunch this week? Adele Bates explains why self-care matters and provides a framework for boundary-setting
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Seven tips for maintaining the wellbeing of returning staff
The ‘new normal’ could mean staff returning to school after long absences. Mike Lamb outlines ways of helping them transition smoothly back into the school community
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Self-regulation for staff and pupils
Teachers need to consider their own self-regulation before understanding that of their pupils. Adele Bates identifies key places to start to help you regulate yourself and model it to your pupils
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Pupil behaviour is driving me to quit! Self-care for teachers
How do you know when enough is enough? If you feel that work is negatively impacting your health and wellbeing, ask yourself these questions from Adele Bates to help achieve a better work-life balance
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Returning to school: eight tips for senior leaders
The autumn term sees schools entering new territory and adjusting to a 'new normal'. Josephine Smith highlights eight preparation areas for senior leaders
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Video: Managing the mental health of all during challenging times
David Beeney shares ways to improve mental health and resilience, stay connected with teams and remain productive and purposeful
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Supporting emotional wellbeing during and after lockdown: a framework
How can school leaders support staff, pupils and families as they transition back from their varied lockdown experiences? Download this eight step framework for guidance
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Working from home: tips for teachers and leaders
Working from home is not something most teachers are used to. Liz Murray suggests ways to manage expectations and make it a positive experience
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Coronavirus (COVID-19): tips for staff during uncertain times
During these anxious and challenging times, increasing pressure is being put on schools. Here are some tips for staff working in schools, as well as advice on looking after your mental wellbeing whilst self-isolating
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The importance of supervision for self-care
Educators spend so much of their time looking after the mental health of the pupils in their care, but what do we do as leaders to safeguard staff wellbeing?
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