Creating a Culture of Care and Psychological Safety in Schools
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Wellbeing for Future Focused Schools
| Friday, May 15, 2026 |
| 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM |
| P2 |
Overview
We will explore how supporting teacher wellbeing enhances schools’ capacity to respond to student anxiety, trauma, and mental health challenges. Drawing on research, a staff wellbeing committee, and the WaND initiative, we will share practical strategies to build psychological safety, reduce emotional fatigue, and foster collegial trust. Participants will engage in a collaborative problem-solving activity and contribute to a Teacher Wellbeing Padlet, generating an ongoing repository of ideas. Practical guidance from active school engagement, recognition practices, and promotion of EAP resources ensures attendees leave with actionable tools to embed a culture of care for staff and students.
Speaker
Jillian Stansfield
Guidance Officer
Burpengary State Secondary College
Creating a Culture of Care and Psychological Safety in Schools
