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