Headteacher Support & Wellbeing Resources
Organisations offering support
Headrest
We offer a FREE 24/7 wellbeing telephone support service for headteachers. As experienced ex-heads ourselves, we volunteer our services for free and receive no funding or payments. Established in 2020, we provide a safe, sympathetic and confidential listening ear at the end of the phone. Whether you feel stressed, anxious or overwhelmed, we are here to listen. We've got your back.
Link to website - Headrest
tel:+44-08008620110
email: hello@headrestuk.co,uk
HeadsUp4HTS
In the demanding world of education leadership, the need for intentional emotional support and connection has never been greater.
That’s why we’re thrilled to introduce a membership offer to our rapidly growing community of headteachers and school leaders who are focused on intentional well-being.
Our HeadsUp4Ts Network is a thriving community who focus on celebrating, supporting and campaigning for those in the professional, so that every Headteacher can become the leader they want to be.
Joining the HeadsUp4HTs network gives you access to our uplifting and supportive community; our events, webinars, coaching programmes and on tap support are designed to ensure that you to thrive in headship.
Link to website - HeadsUp4HTs
Health Assured
The Employee Assistance Programme is available to all school staff where the school buys into the Health & Wellbeing service with NYC.
Health Assured’s EAP’s are confidential life management and personal support services available to you and immediate family who live with you.
Online health portal - Wisdom Health Assured portal (organisation code required - see leaflet below)
NYES Health & Wellbeing Employee Information
Free 24 hour help line - 0800 030 5182
Education Support Charity
We are the only UK charity dedicated to supporting the mental health and wellbeing of teachers and education staff in schools, colleges and universities.
Link to website - Education Support, supporting teachers and education staff
Helpline: 08000 562561
Mental Health UK
We are the charity for everyone’s mental health.
We challenge the causes of poor mental health and give people the tools they need to live their best possible life at home, school, and work.
Mental Health UK - Forward Together
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