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Beat Teacher Burnout!

Burnout is NOT OK! Every episode of The Beat Teacher Burnout Podcast is filled with the motivation and strategies you need plus deeply personal stories, relatable topics and research-backed advice to help you become the best version of you to overcome the overwhelm and burnout in order to thrive!

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00:24:34

EP: 57 How to Put Family First and Still Lead a School

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2025/07/25

In this episode of Beat Teacher Burnout, we welcome Harry Hastings, former headteacher turned executive coach, who shares his insights on a question many educators grapple with: is it truly possible to work in schools and still prioritise yourself and your family? Drawing on 99 terms of leadership experience and his new chapter as "The Sherpa" coach, Harry reflects on what he’s learned about boundaries, burnout, and the power of knowing when “enough is enough.” His message is clear. Doing

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00:20:58

EP: 56 The Power of Team, Vision, and Impact in...

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2025/07/18

In this episode of Beat Teacher Burnout, I sit down with John, a headteacher at a special school, to explore a powerful and emotional question: "Do you still remember why you came into teaching?"Together, we reflect on the “why” behind our decision to enter education, and what keeps us going in such a challenging profession. John shares his unexpected journey into teaching, and we dive into personal stories that shaped our careers, students who challenged us, moved us, and reminded us of

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00:26:02

EP: 55 Creating Healthy Teams and Preventing Burnout

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2025/07/11

In this episode of Beat Teacher Burnout, I sit down with Nick Osborne, CEO of Maritime Academy Trust and someone whose honest and humorous take on school leadership has inspired me from afar.We dive deep into how we can build healthy school teams, support new leaders, and make space for sustainable leadership without running ourselves into the ground. Nick shares how he went from leading one school to turning around multiple, and the tough lessons he learned about overwhelm, boundaries, and letting

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00:25:12

EP: 54 Shaping Education Through Inclusive Relationships

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2025/07/04

In this episode of Beat Teacher Burnout, I sit down with Anthony, an experienced headteacher whose journey through education has been anything but conventional. We dive into his early years as a reluctant English teacher who came into the profession to make a real difference not just to teach Shakespeare, but to change lives. Anthony shares how his passion for working with disaffected and disadvantaged young people eventually led him out of mainstream education and into the world of Pupil Referral

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00:22:26

EP: 53 Is Flexible Working in Schools Really Possible?

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2025/06/27

In this episode of Beat Teacher Burnout, I sit down with Brett, a passionate and progressive headteacher from a large secondary school, to explore the realities of flexible working in education. We unpack how leading with a “yes-first” mindset can make all the difference in supporting teacher well-being, improving staff retention, and fostering a culture where people feel genuinely valued. Brett shares how simple adjustments like letting staff attend their child’s nativity or shifting their

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00:20:40

EP: 52 From Doubt to Deputy CEO: Daniel's Journey

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2025/06/20

In this episode of Beat Teacher Burnout, I’m joined by Daniel, the Deputy CEO of a Multi Academy Trust, who shares his powerful and unconventional journey into education. Once told he wasn’t “clever enough” to be a teacher, Daniel turned that comment into fuel for his growth, working his way up from night school to classroom to senior leadership. We talk about how those early experiences shaped his leadership style and how imposter syndrome continues to show up, even at the top.We also dive deep

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00:22:15

EP: 51 Five Pillars of Teacher Wellbeing You Need to...

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2025/06/13

In this episode of Beat Teacher Burnout, I sit down with Angela, a veteran educator with over 25 years of experience, to explore the often hidden realities behind teacher burnout. Angela shares a powerful story about a time when her personal life and work-related stress led to a mental health crisis, forcing her to step back from her role. What followed was a transformative journey where she embraced vulnerability, leaned into support, and challenged the stigma around not coping. Her insights reveal

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00:25:09

EP: 50 Fixing the Foundations of Staff Wellbeing

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2025/06/06

In this episode of Beat Teacher Burnout, I sit down with Sahreen, an experienced executive headteacher and director of Teaching School Hubs, to unpack the powerful concept of visible leadership in education. Drawing on her deep leadership and frontline experience, Sahreen explains why tackling burnout and stress in schools requires more than just well-being initiatives—it demands a holistic, strategic approach based on four key pillars: leadership, behaviour, marking and feedback, and sustainable

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00:18:58

EP: 49 Creating a School Culture That Cares for People

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2025/05/30

In this episode of Beat Teacher Burnout, we’re joined by Simon Addison, Headteacher of Hastings Academy, who shares how he’s leading with empathy, flexibility, and trust. After experiencing burnout and a lack of understanding during his own recovery from illness, Simon made a commitment to put people before policies. He opens up about building a school culture where staff are supported both professionally and personally, even when life doesn’t fit neatly into term time.Simon explains how small but

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30:56

EP: 48 When the Leader Breaks: What Happens Then?

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2025/05/16

In this episode of Beat Teacher Burnout, we sit down with Andrew Lewin, a former headteacher who now works as a workplace resilience and wellbeing practitioner. With years of leadership experience in education and a deep understanding of the pressures teachers face, Andrew brings thoughtful insights into how burnout takes root in schools—and, more importantly, how it can be addressed.He shares his personal journey from headship to wellbeing advocacy, highlighting the emotional toll of

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25:41

EP: 47 Headteacher's Bold Moves: Beating Teacher Burnout

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2025/05/09

In this episode of Beat Teacher Burnout, I’m joined by David Huntingford, the head teacher of William Ford Church of England Junior School. David shares his inspiring journey of implementing significant changes within his school to foster a thriving environment for both pupils and staff.He discusses the school's core curriculum intent – for pupils to thrive, not just survive – and how this underpins their approach to learning, making it purposeful and connected to future aspirations. David

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28:31

EP: 46 How Authentic Leadership Reduces Staff Burnout

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2025/05/02

In this episode of Beat Teacher Burnout, we’re joined by Trystan Williams, an experienced headteacher who shares his insights on compassionate and authentic leadership. With over two decades of leadership experience, Trystan discusses how building deep human connections is key to creating a thriving school environment.He reflects on how his leadership style has evolved over the years, emphasising the importance of listening more and prioritising the well-being of staff and students alike

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27:00

EP: 45 The journey of an ECT with overwhelm!

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2025/04/25

In this episode of Beat Teacher Burnout, I’m joined by Priv, a passionate and resilient Religious Education teacher from Portsmouth, who shares her powerful and deeply moving journey as an Early Career Teacher (ECT). From beginning her training while five months pregnant during the pandemic to enduring a challenging and unsupportive mentorship, Priv opens up about the overwhelming pressures she faced and the emotional cost of feeling unseen and undervalued. Her story is a powerful reminder

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23:31

EP: 44 How Planning Boosts Well-Being and Resilience

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2025/04/18

In this episode of The #BeatTeacherBurnout Podcast, we explore the power of journaling, purpose-driven planning, and emotional management with guest Nathan Marr, coach and co-founder of the Semester Student Planner.Nathan shares the inspiring journey behind the creation of the planner, born out of personal challenges he and his business partner faced during and after university. From academic overwhelm to burnout recovery, they transformed their experiences into a tool that not only helps

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EP: 43 Building Trust and Autonomy in School Leadership

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2025/04/11

In this episode of The #BeatTeacherBurnout Podcast, we are joined by David Parkin, an experienced headteacher from a primary school in Southampton. David shares his approach to leadership, focusing on the importance of trust, autonomy, and respect in creating a thriving school environment. He discusses how giving staff the freedom to grow professionally, communicate openly, and make mistakes fosters a culture of value and motivation.We also explore how David's school effectively manages

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23:11

EP: 42 The burnout continuum – there is hope!

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2025/04/04

In this episode doctor Helen Kelly explains that if you feel like you're heading towards burnout you can also move the other way down the continuum towards energy and creativity.She explains that from the causes of burnout the easiest place we can take control is work recovery. Did you know that research says there are four things we should do to maximise our work recovery and the easiest one for us to take control of is psychological detachment? This means being able to switch off from

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21:49

EP: 41 How to Stay Passionate in Education Without...

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2025/03/28

In this episode of The #BeatTeacherBurnout Podcast, we sit down with Michael, a dedicated deputy headteacher, to discuss his journey through the highs and lows of school leadership. Michael opens up about his personal experiences with burnout, sharing the challenges he faced and the turning points that led him to prioritise well-being. His candid insights offer a relatable perspective for educators navigating the pressures of the profession.Together, we explore practical strategies for

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EP: 40 The Hidden Impact of School Culture on Teacher...

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2025/03/21

In this episode of The #BeatTeacherBurnout Podcast, we welcome Helen, an experienced educator, therapist, and expert in positive psychology, to discuss the crucial role of school culture in teacher burnout and well-being.Helen shares insights from her diverse career, starting as a drama teacher and progressing to leadership roles in education before transitioning into therapy and coaching. She emphasises the importance of creating environments where both students and teachers feel

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25:04

EP: 39 The Truth About Teacher Burnout—And How to...

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2025/03/14

In this episode of Beat Teacher Burnout, we’re joined by Dr. Emma Kell, an expert in teacher identity and well-being. With over 26 years of experience in education, Emma shares her personal journey through the highs and lows of teaching, including a period of near-burnout that deeply impacted her sense of self. She opens up about the challenges of working in an environment misaligned with her values, the toll it took on her well-being, and the wake-up call that led her to make a crucial

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14:26

EP: 38 Reset & Refocus: Mindful Strategies for Educators

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2025/03/07

In this episode of Beat Teacher Burnout, we explore how educators can shift from constant firefighting to making intentional, proactive decisions.Host Rowena Hicks is joined by Kat Brown, an experienced teacher, SENCO, and ILM Level 7 executive coach, who shares practical strategies for reducing stress and regaining control in the classroom and leadership roles. Kat emphasises the importance of planning ahead, setting boundaries, and knowing one's "zone of power" to prevent burnout and

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