Classroom Assistants: The Heartbeat of our Schools

Columnist, Katrina Mallon, Destined for Greatness NI has over 20 years’ experience in Behaviour Support Services, Katrina is passionate about helping children thrive. She now works closely with parents and schools to support children’s social, emotional, and behavioural wellbeing. Having spent this academic year providing training to countless teaching assistants, I am continually reminded of […]

How Can Mindfulness Help School Staff

Article by Kamalagita Hughes Three-quarters of teachers experience work-related stress, with nearly half reporting depression, anxiety or panic attacks at work. At any one time, more than half are considering leaving the profession due to poor health and figures reported are higher for senior leaders. You don’t need me to tell you this because I […]