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Managing anxiety: teachers and education staff

In this short film, Mike Armiger, Independent Education and Mental Health Advisor, provides practical ways for educators to manage their anxiety in the context of the working during the pandemic.

 

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5 tips to look after yourself during coronavirus: teachers & education staff

There are a wide range of issues affecting the mental health and wellbeing of teachers and education staff right now. We have developed these tips to help you look after yourself in these extraordinary times. 

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Managing uncertainty in uncertain times

Managing the many uncertainties caused by the pandemic can be difficult. Mike Armiger provides some practical advice for teachers and education staff to help you to cope more effectively.

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Telephone support & counselling

No matter what you’re going through, we’re always here for you, day or night, all the time. Call us now.

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Covid-19 and the classroom: working in education during the coronavirus pandemic

Our research report investigates the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the mental health and wellbeing of education staff. It reveals a profession feeling unsupported and unappreciated.

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I feel stressed or anxious

Teachers and education staff endure greater job-related stress than other professionals, according to recent research. However there are a number of tools and techniques to help manage and reduce stress. 

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Getting a good night’s sleep

Good quality sleep is what we need to counteract the instability, uncertainty and high levels of anxiety that seem to permeate our everyday lives during this pandemic. If you are struggling to get this much needed sleep this advice might help. 

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School leaders’ wellbeing pilot service

Our research indicates the headteachers are under particular stress at this time. In response we are piloting two types of mental health and wellbeing support targeted at heads: peer-to-peer support and individual supervision. 

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7 strategies to manage anxiety

Psychotherapist, Ben Amponsah outlines 7 key strategies to help teachers and education staff to manage anxiety during the coronavirus crisis in this short video.

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Teacher Wellbeing Index 2020

Education Support's annual Teacher Wellbeing Index provides a comprehensive and robust insight into the mental health and wellbeing of all educational professionals throughout the UK. This year's report shows more UK teachers than ever are experiencing symptoms that can lead to depression and anxiety, in a significant rise on previous levels.