Bringing Your Authentic Self To Work Posted on 16 March 2022 by Natasha Godden Kent-Teach in Career | Wellbeing Research suggests that ‘when we experience authenticity…we feel a greater sense of wellbeing.’ When you feel like you can be yourself at work, you feel more comfortable to share your perspective, values, and beliefs. This may result in new innovative ideas, more diverse and inclusive conversations, and ultimately higher productivity. Feeling empowered to be yourself is also a great way to form meaning relationships and deeper connections with your colleagues. Read More...
Eating Disorders Awareness Week Posted on 2 March 2022 by Kent-Teach Louis Boreham in Wellbeing This week is eating disorders awareness week, which hopes to educate people about the realities of eating disorders. Beat is one of the eating disorder charities focusing on this year’s annual campaign. According to their website, this year they are “campaigning for all UK medical schools to introduce proper training on eating disorders.” Read More...
Free Kent Days out in Half-Term Posted on 14 February 2022 by Louis Boreham Kent-Teach in General | Resources | Wellbeing Some of you may want to get outside in February, weather dependent or not. If you fancy a nice muddy walk-in wellies, why not go to Lyminge Forest, one of the largest areas of woodland in Kent. They also have great cycle routes all around the forest if you prefer that to walking. If you are interested in some more popular forests in Kent, check out this trip advisor list. Or of course you can just go on walks in areas local to you. Read More...
Children's Mental Health Week 2022 Posted on 7 February 2022 by Amber Gravenell - Kent Teach in General | Wellbeing The 7th to the 13th February 2022 is Children’s Mental Health Week! In this blog, we signpost fantastic classroom resources to support you during Children's Mental Health Week. Read More...
What is Raynaud's Disease? - Everything You Need to Know Posted on 1 February 2022 by Amber Gravenell in General | Wellbeing Did you know around 20% of the adult population worldwide have Raynaud's Disease? February is Raynaud's Disease Awareness Month. With so many people living with Raynaud's Disease, it is crucial to improve awareness and understanding of this medical condition. Read More...
How to Switch Off and Enjoy the Festive Period Posted on 14 December 2021 by Amber Gravenell in Wellbeing In this article, we discuss the different ways you can prioritise your wellbeing and happiness over Christmas and take a break from thinking about work. Read More...
Bullying in the Workplace Posted on 17 November 2021 by Louis Boreham in Wellbeing In this article, we explore staff bullying in the workplace. We signpost key services and important legislation that can support you if you are concerned about bullying amongst staff. Read More...
How Being Kind is Good for Your Mind Posted on 8 November 2021 by Amber Gravenell in General | Wellbeing In this article, we explore the relationship between kindness and positive mental health & wellbeing. We provide famous examples of kindness as well as inspirational kindness quotes. Read More...
Tips for Identifying and Managing Stress Posted on 1 November 2021 by Amber Gravenell in Wellbeing Stress impacts all of us in different ways. There are various causes of stress and everybody reacts to stress in different ways. In this article, we explore what stress actually is and the impact it can have on our physical and mental health. We discuss various stress management techniques, changes that can be made in school settings to improve staff stress and Kent Sport discuss the positive impact exercise and physical activity can have on stress levels. Read More...
How Greenfields Community Primary School Embedded a Positive Wellbeing Culture by Making All Staff Accountable Posted on 28 October 2021 by Nikita Woodley in Wellbeing In this article, Kent-Teach Wellbeing Advisor Nikita asks Kent Headteacher, Dan Andrews, how his school have successfully embedded staff wellbeing into their workplace culture. Read More...