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Coronavirus update: We continue to be here to provide mental health and wellbeing support to all education staff.
Dear Secondary Senior and Middle Leaders
We must attempt to remember the intensity of the lockdown, and support staff wherever possible. It cannot be and should not be ‘Business as Usual’. A plea from a teacher to senior leaders.
Lessons in sticking with it
As we approach the end of this extraordinary school year, two teachers share their thoughts on getting through the difficult times when they almost quit the profession.
No way to say goodbye
Even in ordinary times, goodbyes can be hugely challenging. So how can we alleviate a little of the anxiety and upset caused by the lack of a decent goodbye these times deny us asks Emma Kell.
We’re all going on a summer holiday?
Teachers need this break to unwind, relax and recharge to deal with the many challenges ahead. Deputy Headteacher Andrew Cowley outlines some simple ways that school leaders can ensure staff take time out and look after themselves during the summer break.
Confessions of a newbie
This new film made with BBC Teach offers support and tips for newly qualified teachers about to embark on the first teaching job or those returning to the classroom after some years away.
What is the real nature of loneliness?
As we ease out of lockdown and isolation, psychotherapist Ben Amponsah shares some simple things that we can all do to push back against disconnection and its ensuing loneliness.
Easing out of crisis: a headteacher's journey
As headteacher Darren Morgan prepares to open his school to more pupils, he shares the challenges he is facing and offers some sage advice to other educators who are feeling overwhelmed.
Transitioning out of lockdown
Teacher and author Andy Sammons shares somes thoughts about the impact on teachers and education staff of transitioning out of lockdown.
Portraits of the nation during COVID
Teachers and their students can take part in Hold Still, a community photography project, launched by Duchess of Cambridge in collaboration with the National Portrait Gallery, to capture the hopes, fears and feelings of the nation in the time of coronavirus.
Kindness: it's your choice
In Mental Health Awareness Week, headteacher Darren Morgan writes about the importance of kindness to oneself and others particularly during this difficult time.
Why ‘good enough’ matters more than ever
Teachers are perfectionist and often feel they are not good enough. But, argues Emma Kell, now more than ever eductors should recognise they are strong, essential, and doing their very best to support young people at this difficult time.
Top kindness tips
As schools ready themselves for possible re-opening, protecting our mental health and wellbeing continues to be central to coping with and recovering from the coronavirus pandemic.