
Staff Awareness
Reducing barriers to learning.
'Skilling up' staff to identify signs that a child or young person may be struggling emotionally or mentally can make a big difference to ensuring early intervention and addressing barriers to learning.
#AntiBullyingWeek2021
https://mentallyhealthyschools.org.uk/resources/anti-bullying-week-2021-toolkit?utm_source=afc&utm_medium=twit...Read more
#DerbyMHWB22
A brilliant time was had at the first conference of the year. Great speakers and representatives. @DerbyOppArea @beingbrilliant @actnforchildren @DCCTSuperSchool @BridgetheGapFW @musicmind www.tambaroy.com @kooth_plc @catharsisbiz @myinternalworld @Andrew_BlackAOB . ...Read more
#International Women’s day#2022
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#SelfCareSummer – Anna Freud NCCF@AFNCCF
Are you ready for #SelfCareSummer? We have created packs for schools to help young people find strategies to support their mental health and wellbeing over the holidays, and we have also created a self-care toolkit for staff. Download now ...Read more
#StressAwarenessMonth
It's #StressAwarenessMonth and @StressMgtSoc are encouraging everyone to pick one action for their physical, mental and emotional ...Read more
#WorldKindnessDay
World Kindness Day is coming up on November 13th. Follow the link for some helpful resources: ...Read more
12 Days of Winter Wellbeing
Head over to twitter and check out their 12 tips for winter wellbeing. Here is Day 1. ...Read more
Action for Happiness
Even when facing difficult times, we can still take positive steps forward and find reasons to be hopeful Join https://actionforhappiness.org/january for ...Read more
Advice for loneliness
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek#IveBeenThere#Lonliness Here is some practical advice and tips on how to help yourself or others if you or they are feeling lonely. 1. Keep in touch with those around you Talk to friends and family. Sometimes a friendly chat can make a bi...Read more
Boundaries, Rest and Letting go
NB: EducationSupport We’re bringing together a panel of experienced #teachers, #HR leads and ...Read more
Burnout: recognising the signs and protecting yourself
NB: www.educationsupport.org.uk The term burnout was originally coined in the 1970s to describe the consequences of ‘severe stress and high ideals’ among the helping professions. These are fields where many feel a high level of moral purpose, a dedication to making a diffe...Read more
Derby City Schools Mental Health and Wellbeing Conference
“Securing a strong mental health and wellbeing culture for your pupils and staff” Tuesday 15th March 2022 9am-3.45pm at Pride Park Stadium DE24 8XL This conference is for Designated Senior Mental Health Leads, Senior Leaders, Past...Read more
Derby OA Inclusion Conference & Showcase
Schools are invited to attend the following conferences. Places are funded through the OA Inclusion Programme so they’re free to attend and schools are welcome to bring along several members of staff including Head Teachers, Senior Leaders, Behaviour Leads, SENCOs, Pastoral Leads, Governors, T...Read more
Derby Wellbeing 365
Derby's school staff can access free wellbeing support via the new Derby Wellbeing 365 website: ...Read more
Don’t forget to book on….
Derby City Schools Mental Health and Wellbeing Conference Securing a strong mental health and wellbeing culture for your pupils and staff Tuesday 15th March 202...Read more
Emotional Support
Education Support @EdSupportUK Don't forget. Our free and confidential helpline is here for you and your colleagues throughout the summer. 08000 562 561. Call us. We’ll listen. ...Read more
Evidence-informed solutions to improve student and staff mental health
NB: www.mentallywellschools.co.uk Follow the link for a wealth of resources. https://mentallywellschools.co.uk/free-resources/?nowprocket=1 ...Read more
Exercise can be a great way to boost your wellbeing.
What can you do to get active over the summer? #SelfCare#MentalHealthAwareness ...Read more
Five ways to increase your happiness in 2022
NB: https://www.artofbrilliance.co.uk/ Top tips from the young teachers from Danielle aged 4 ...Read more
From Mental Health to Mental Wealth
www.artofbrilliance.co.uk At the art of brilliance their NEW Wellbeing Award can transform your team’s mental health! They want people to feel confident, resilient, creative, motivated, empathetic, agile, & who have real purpose in their lives. This programme equips them! Full d...Read more
Have you booked your place?
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Listen to this year’s #MentalHealthMinute
NB: www.giveusashout.org Over 500 radio stations across the UK united at 10:59am on Friday 14th May to play this year's #MentalHealthMinute in unison. This year’s Minute featured the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, David Beckham, Dame Shirley Bassey, Joanna Lumley, ...Read more
Mental Health & Wellbeing in 5 simple steps
The Anna Freud Centre launched its free 5 Steps to Mental Health and Wellbeing Framework, which is an evidence-based tool which supports you to decide ...Read more
Mental Health Awareness Week 2022 toolkit
Don't forget to download your resources to help you this week. https://mentallyhe...Read more
Mental Health in an Unequal World
3 days to go..... Follow the link for a free downloadable document with educational content, with the help of collaborators from all over the world. www.wmhd2021.com/index.php ...Read more
Mental health resources for children, students, parents, carers and school/college staff
https://educationhub.blog.gov.uk ...Read more
Monthly Mindfulness
https://derbyandderbyshireemotionalhealthandwellbeing.uk/ For Derbyshire and Derby City Professionals working with Children and Young People and Council Employees: Friday 30 July 2021 – 14:00 -15:00...Read more
My Whole Self MOT
We know that at this time of year juggling work and home life can be stressful. Why not use our My Whole Self MOT tool to check in with yourself and support others during this busy time. https://bit.ly/3kr5W58...Read more
Self care Sunday
NB: Education Support Self care Sunday – take time for yourself to relax and recharge. It's absolutely ok to do so ...Read more
Seven strategies for managing anxiety
NB: educationsupport.org.uk Psychotherapist, Ben Amponsah outlines seven key strategies to help teachers and education staff to manage anxiety during the coronavirus crisis. (This was put together on the first Lockdown) Still relevant today. ...Read more
Spotting the symptoms
The following list of potential symptoms is not exhaustive, but can be used with staff to start a conversation about what they might notice in the classroom. Mood changes - look for signs of withdrawal that last at least two weeks or severe mood swings that are ...Read more
Staff Development
It is vitally important that school staff and those in the school community maintain high standards and stay well trained in identifying the potential and actual mental and emotional health support needs in the children and young people they work with. Please see ...Read more
Stress Awareness Day
NB: www.stress.org.uk/free-resources-2021 ...Read more
Support is available
All Derby City employees can use the below log in details to access a wide range of free support through an EAP (Employee Assistance Programme). Services available range from Online Counselling, news stories/case studies, help with money management and much more. ...Read more
Supporting each other: how staff can help each other with mental health and wellbeing
Get yourself booked onto this free webinar taking place: Tuesday 8th February 4-5pm 🕔 Get your FREE ticket here: https://t.co/CsmkEW4O36 ...Read more
Teacher wellbeing
www.educationsupport.org.uk As you prepare for the Summer break watch this webinar to support your wellbeing during this period. ...Read more
Teacher Wellbeing
There's still time for you to get your ticket for Education Support webinar tomorrow, hosted with @AcademyTrust! Hear from their panel of experts and find out how to prioritise mental health and wellbeing in schools. Get your free ticket now ...Read more
Teacher Wellbeing
Art of Brilliance, a local Derby company, has been commissioned by the Opportunity Area Board to provide additional support ...Read more
The art of giving up…
NB: Dr Andy Cope @beingbrilliant An interesting blog post... ...Read more
The fifth Wellbeing Workout session is today at 4pm!
The Wellbeing Workout is designed as a mental health ‘6-pack’. The 6 webina...Read more
The Kindness Principle Conference For Derby City Schools
Delivered by Dave Whitaker Free to attend for Derby City Schools. Thursday 30th June 2022 Pride Park Stadium Use the link to book your place; ...Read more
The wait is over…
NB: educationsupport.org.uk The wait is over - our latest Teacher Wellbeing Index is now live! This report provides an insight into working lives of teachers and education staff under the shadow of Covid-19. Read it here: ...Read more
The Wellbeing Workout kicks off today at 4pm……
The Wellbeing Workout is designed as a mental health ‘6-pack’. The 6 webinar programme is designed to equip you with knowledge, skills and know-how to upgrade to ‘best possible self’ more often... and it starts today at 4pm.The We...Read more
Top 5 tips for avoiding back-to-school burnout
NB: www.educationsupport.org Victoria Hewett, teacher, education blogger and author of 'Making it as a a Teacher,' shares tips to help maintain your wellbeing in the new school year. ...Read more
Top tips to look after your Mental Health throughout the School day.
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Top tips to support children and young people
NB: www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters Some children and young people would have enjoyed being off school, while others will have really struggled, keeping them at home and away from friends. Others may be coming to terms with family problems, loss or changes to their living situat...Read more
Wellbeing & Mental Health of Teachers & Education Staff
NB: www.educationsupport.org.uk Education Support offer a range of free support to all school staff . They promote this service as much as possible in Mental Health Leads’ Network meetings and receive nothing but excellent feedback on the articles and helpline support that ...Read more
Wellbeing workout reminder, second session is today.
The second Wellbeing Workout session is today at 4 pm!...Read more
Workplace Culture Change
NB: Mental Health First Aid England How often do you check in with your colleagues about their wellbeing? Our #MyWholeSelf MOT is a free guide that will help you check in on your own and others’ mental h...Read more