Each school has a designated wellbeing ambassador should you wish to talk to them, email HR@tsatrust.org.uk and we can put you in contact.
Employees can access this site at: www.smartclinic.com and logging into the client area directly with their personal log in details.
Employees can also access 24 hours a day 365 days a year confidential support; which includes legal, financial, emergency health or lifestyle support on 0845 862 2113
A charity dedicated to supporting the mental and health and wellbeing of education staff.
Call their free 24/7 confidential helpline, where you can speak to trained councillors who will listen and help you find a way forward.
Their helpline number is 08000 562561
You an also visit their website to access a number of online resources;
https://www.educationsupport.org.uk/
Mind UK offer practical advice and ideas for looking after your mental health during this time. You can access their website for more information at:
https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/coronavirus/coronavirus-and-your-wellbeing/
In Kent and Medway, Mind have been working in partnership with Kent County Council on their Release the Pressure Campaign; if you are feeling the pressure you don’t need to suffer in silence. Why not start a conversation with one of the many trained and experienced volunteers who can give support at any time, wherever you are.
Call: 08001070160
Text: the word Kent to 85258
Visit: reelasethepressure.uk
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Mind operates an Information Line that provides information on types of mental health problems, where to get help, medication and alternative treatments and advocacy. It operates from 9am to 6pm Monday to Friday (except Bank Holidays):
0300 123 3393
Text 86463
Email: info@mind.org.uk
The Samaritans offer emotional support and a listening ear 24 hours a day, 365 days a year:
Free UK Telephone Number: 116 123
If you would prefer to text, support is available from SHOUT, the 24/7 UK text service for people in crisis, on 85258. You can find out more about their service on the SHOUT website.
Every Mind Matters provides useful resources to help you spot the signs of common mental health concerns, offering practical self-care tips and guidance, and explains when to seek further support. There is a free NHS-approved online tool, which helps you build an action plan to deal with stress and anxiety, boost your mood, improve your sleep and help you feel more in control. Visit Every Mind Matters website.
Information on how to cope with all aspects of isolation and links to help you improve and maintain your mental wellbeing during difficult times:
https://www.headspace.com/mindfulness
https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/drugs-and-treatments/mindfulness/about-mindfulness/
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/stress-anxiety-depression/improve-mental-wellbeing/
Resources to help you take care of your mental health, wellbeing and cope with stress. Guidance about talking to your child about coronavirus and information to help answer any questions they may have can be found below:
Dealing with Uncertainty – The Hive of Wellbeing
If you haven’t heard, universities around the world are offering their courses online for free (or at-least partially free). These courses are collectively called as MOOCS or Massive Open Online Courses.
Duolingo – Free language app
Coursera – 600 free courses in over 20 subjects
Elevate – Brain training games
Google Arts and Culture – 360-degree virtual tours of historical places and landmarks, with factual information
Open Learn is a free learning platform by The Open University. With over 900 free courses to choose from, there is something for everyone
https://www.open.edu/openlearn/free-courses/full-catalogue
Reed.co.uk are well known as a job board for jobseekers and recruiters, but did you know they also offer courses? Free courses are added daily.
https://www.reed.co.uk/courses/free
Alison has over 1000 courses available, depending on your learning goal you can choose from a range courses from diplomas which are designed to give you extensive understanding in subject areas to learning paths which can be a range of niche courses to broaden your skill set.
https://alison.com/courses
Vision2learn offer a range of exciting online courses. The UK Government funds all courses, please click on the link to check your eligibility to ensure you are able to access your chosen course
https://www.vision2learn.net/courses