I recently wrote a piece for Tes discussing the ways in which schools can help teachers with anxiety. When I shared the piece I was slightly taken aback by the response from teachers. Whilst anxiety disorders are very different from feeling stressed (and should be treated as such) what quickly became apparent is there are lots of teachers who are suffering from stress-related issues within their job due to external factors.

In general, stress levels (especially in the current climate) within the profession are running high. We all want the best for the pupils that we teach. In order to give them the best, we need to look after ourselves. There is only one of you. With that in mind, here are some top tips for managing stress and well-being. 

We are all navigating this brave new world together. As the new term edges ever closer (for many it has already started) the anxieties creep in and this year they are heightened.  I’ll be honest, there was a small part of me that hoped by September everything would have worked itself out. That seems like wishful thinking now. Every day it seems like there is something new to consider, from guidance to masks, to bubbles, to washing hands and this is on top of the normal new job nerves! 

Yesterday, I had my first inset day at my new school. It was a truly wonderful day and has put my mind at ease for September. However, many of you will be starting a new job in Autumn without having had that opportunity to ease in. With that in mind I thought it might be helpful to share some tips I’ve picked up for moving to a new school.