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Staff Health and Wellbeing
Much attention is given to the need for school staff to manage student behaviour and anger. This resource from Education Support will cover this, but also how to deal with your own anger and that of colleagues. There is also information on what school leaders can do to support staff. https://www.educationsupport.org.uk/media/vznpnbbs/22-anger-managment.pdf
Anxiety can become a vicious cycle that’s hard to break out of. In a recent survey 29% of people said work was a source of anxiety, so it’s important to keep a healthy work-life balance. Mental Health Foundation have got some useful tips: https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/explore-mental-health/a-z-topics/work-life-balance
https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/our-work/public-engagement/world-mental-health-day The theme for 2023, set by the World Foundation of Mental Health, is ‘Mental health is a universal human right’. World Mental Health Day is about raising awareness of mental health and driving positive change for everyone’s mental health. It’s also a chance to talk about mental health, how we need to look […]
How staff can help each other with mental health and wellbeing https://www.educationsupport.org.uk/resources/for-individuals/videos/supporting-each-other-how-staff-can-help-each-other-with-mental-health-and-wellbeing/?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=website-launch-resources This is a free webinar discussing the importance of good colleague relationships for mental wellbeing. They share successful strategies to enable and encourage positive working relationships.
Have you seen Education Support’s recent webinar yet ‘Switching off over summer’? Watch now for takeaway tips and techniques, ready to make the most of your well-deserved summer holiday. Watch the full webinar here: https://ow.ly/okOo50Pe3He
Education Support’s webinar will offer practical advice and support for teachers and education staff. Follow the link to book your place: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/stress-busting-tips-how-to-stay-calm-and-in-control-tickets-566533004467?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=escb
@Rethink_@MindCharity #TimeToTalkDay Make space on February 2 to talk to someone about Mental Health. Talk about how you feel, a problem or situation you may be struggling with. #Letsgettalking Get your free downloadable resources https://timetotalkday.co.uk/
Happy New Year from Emotionally Healthy Schools. 🎆 http://MentalHealth.org.uk share some tips to help you protect your mental health in 2023:
Mental Health First Aid England would like to share their top five most downloaded resources to help benefit you and your workplaces wellbeing throughout 2023. https://t.co/WHFWMxzLAe
NB: www.mentalhealth.org.uk Mental Health.org have lots of how-to… guides which include lots of evidence-based information on different ways that you can help to look after your mental health. They’re all free to read online and download, or you can buy printed copies. Looking after your mental health | Mental Health Foundation