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Early years staff must look after their own wellbeing

Letters
Re ‘Early years staff told to prioritise their mental health as you cannot “pour from an empty cup”’ (online, 21 June)
'I have never known such stress and anxiety for the whole team' PHOTO Adobe Stock

Focus on wellbeing

I’ve been a nominated person for over 20 years. (In the sector 40). I have never known such stress and anxiety for the whole team. I can remember better times when inspections were by local authorities, much more supportive and understanding of local challenges. Wellbeing for all was paramount back then.

Wendy Hartley, Facebook

We are exhausted

I am the manager and SENCO and need to take a lot of work home. Like many settings, we have had a huge increase in SEN children. Although they are very welcome, this does impact our ratios. Since Covid I am mentally exhausted, and I know my staff are feeling the same.

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