Initial findings from our School Starters project also highlighted the importance of support for school staff in discussions about Covid-19 recovery. Read our blog here https://www.niesr.ac.uk/blog/covid-recovery-education-sector-%E2%80%93-let%E2%80%99s-not-forget-teachers @sarabonetti77 @DeaNielsen8 @louisetracey3 @StartersSchool

"81% of schools reported concerns about the long-term impact on the health and well-being of staff with comments related to increased workload, lack of opportunity for social interaction and staff energy levels."

"Staff were also worried about the wellbeing of the families in their community in the wake of increased deprivation and increased parental anxiety."

It is vital that the wellbeing of staff is a priority in the wake of the pandemic.