Building your resilience: CPD for teachers
Teacher wellbeing has never been more important, and this PowerPoint and accompanying handout have been designed for teachers or leaders to use for staff training and wellbeing sessions.
With a focus on identifying what 'resilience' is, this presentation focuses on the small ways we can build our resilience through everyday actions, by understanding the pyramid of wellbeing (physical, emotional, mental and spiritual). There's an overview of some of the common warning signs that your resilience is low, as well as ideas and strategies you can use when you are under pressure.
Thanks to AQA for kindly granting their permission to share this resource with teachers.
Here's an example slide from the presentation:
Slide 18: At times of pressure or stress:
Working in a place of ‘discomfort’ gives us a chance to develop our resilience. If you try to avoid pressure or stress, you may reduce your resilience for future tough times.
- Focus on influencing rather than trying to control situations.
- Build your confidence through exposure. You will get better at coping with stress/pressure the more experience you develop – so don’t be afraid of it.
- Focus on gains, not losses. If you experience failure or a setback, focus on what you have learnt and can apply the next time you face a similar situation.
