Supporting Teacher Wellbeing: A Practical Guide for Primary Teachers and School Leaders

This guide emphasizes the importance of teacher well-being and provides practical tips for managing stress, workload, and work-life balance. It includes personal stories and insights from experienced teachers and is written by a Primary Education lecturer with over 20 years of teaching experience.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 192 pages
Publication date: 27 October 2020
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

All teachers hold a remarkable role in shaping the future happiness and success of the next generation, making it paramount that their well-being is not overlooked. This comprehensive guide aims to empower school staff by enlightening and equipping them with essential knowledge about well-being, while also reminding them to prioritize their own health. Presented in a humorous and lighthearted manner, the guide adopts a proactive approach to holistic well-being, addressing a serious topic in a relatable and accessible way.

Structured as an easy-to-read guide, the chapters offer practical tips and strategies on how to support teacher well-being and manage the increasing demands associated with planning, assessment, and marking. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining a work-life balance, utilizing mindfulness to relax and gain perspective, adopting healthy eating habits, incorporating exercise into your routine, and cultivating a sense of calm in the classroom.

In addition to offering practical advice, the book includes personal stories that encompass the real experiences of early-career teachers, experienced teachers, senior leaders, and trainee teachers. These stories shed light on important topics such as stress, burnout, work-life balance, anxiety, and controlling the mind. By delving into these topics, the book aims to increase self-esteem, confidence, and the eradication of perfectionism in the workplace.

Written by a Primary Education lecturer with over 20 years of experience teaching in primary schools, this book serves as an invaluable resource for trainee teachers, early-career teachers, experienced teachers, and school leaders alike. It provides practical strategies related to workload reduction, peer support, and a variety of self-care techniques, empowering educators to thrive in their roles and create positive learning environments for their students.

Weight: 316g
Dimension: 156 x 234 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367353254