SENCO Wellbeing Part 2: Practical Strategies for Mental Health and Work-Life Balance
In this follow-up session on SENCO wellbeing, Lynn How offers invaluable insights into managing mental health, work-life balance, and building resilience within the SENCO role. Lynn explores the unique challenges SENCOs face and provides actionable strategies for setting boundaries, handling difficult conversations, and fostering positive relationships with colleagues, parents, and students.
Watch this session to discover:
- How to identify and prioritise your mental health needs
- Techniques for setting healthy boundaries and managing workload
- Tips for handling difficult conversations with parents, teachers, and administrators
- Ways to combat workplace stress and avoid burnout
- Building a support network to thrive in your role
Key Takeaways:
- Mental Health and Self-Care: Understand the importance of self-care and learn practical steps for maintaining mental health in a demanding role.
- Workplace Challenges: Learn strategies for dealing with common workplace challenges, from managing expectations to handling conflict with diplomacy and empathy.
- Setting Boundaries: Explore ways to set and maintain boundaries that protect your personal time and energy.
- Building Relationships: Discover the importance of strong relationships in the workplace and practical tips for fostering positive interactions with colleagues, parents, and students.