We’re calling on you to sign up to the Strides Against Stress challenge by walking or running at least 30 miles (a mile a day) across the month of April – Stress Awareness Month to support teachers and school staff facing a mental health crisis.
We’ve launched a new website offering free wellbeing resources for teachers and school staff in Wales: Taking Care of Teachers: mental health and wellbeing hub.
Victoria, Head of Geography in a secondary school, was stressed and anxious due to a relentless workload and unreasonable expectations. After breaking down in tears, she turned to our helpline for support.
When lockdown closed schools, we were able to help supply teacher Bernard and his family with a grant to cover their council tax and service charge for three months.
Women in education: risks and opportunities post pandemic
Women in education: risks and opportunities post pandemic
To celebrate International Women's Day, we examine the impact of the Covid-19 on female teachers and leaders and if there are opportunities for positive change post pandemic.
Teacher wellbeing: the benefits for children's mental health
Teacher wellbeing: the benefits for children's mental health
If we are serious about Children’s Mental Health, we must also take action to support those who teach, guide and inspire children argues Faye McGuinness, our Director of Programmes.