Mid-year is a time when behaviour challenges often rise across classrooms. Routines slip, energy dips, and learners, especially those with additional needs, can find the months between winter and spring particularly difficult to navigate. For schools, this period can place…
The start of a new year is a natural moment to pause, reflect, and think about what comes next. For many teachers and education professionals, January marks the beginning of a new job search, a career change, or a desire…
As we approach the end of the year, many schools are starting to look ahead at how the next academic cycle will shape their staffing needs. At the same time, support staff and educators are planning their next steps, whether…
As the colder months begin, schools and education settings face a rise in seasonal pressures, from increased sickness to higher workloads and shorter days. For both schools and staff, investing in education staff wellbeing in winter isn’t just a “nice…
Today we are celebrating National Writing Day! ✏️📚 It’s a nationwide call to celebrate the power of writing for creativity, communication, and personal wellbeing. At a time when only 1 in 4 children say they enjoy writing in their free time, and daily writing…
📚 SATs Week is here — and so is Mental Health Awareness Week. 🧠✨ This week, thousands of Year 6 pupils across the UK will sit their SATs — a milestone moment that can bring a lot of pressure for little shoulders. 👉 Did you…
Practical Strategies to Support Mental Health in the Classroom Supporting mental health in the classroom is essential for creating an environment where students feel safe, valued, and ready to learn. By integrating practical strategies, teachers can help students develop resilience,…
Tips for Teachers and Support Staff on how to make provisions more inclusive Creating an inclusive Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) teaching environment requires planning, adaptability, and teamwork. By fostering a culture of acceptance and tailoring approaches to diverse…
The Chalk Team share their favourite books, to inspire your next read! World Book Day is a celebration of stories, knowledge, and the transformative power of reading. At Chalk, we believe that books are not just a gateway to learning…
Our top tips to create a great CV The layout of a great CV All CVs should start with a header containing your contact information. Making this call to action as clear and easily identifiable as possible can make it…