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Answer: It sounds like you are going through a really difficult time and that it all seems to be getting on top of you at the moment.

You should consider visiting your GP for advice, particularly if you are experiencing physical symptoms like feeling sick or having trouble sleeping.

I would encourage you to think about if there is any one incident that has triggered this anxiety or if it's something that has built up over time. From what you've said, I think you would benefit from talking directly to one of the trained coaches. The service is free and you can talk in total confidence. There is someone here to answer your call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call our Support Line on 08000 562 561 (England), 0800 564 2270 (Scotland) or 0800 085 5088 (Wales).

These factsheets may also help:

• What is anxiety?
• Treatments for anxiety
• Stress - Understanding stress and dealing with it
• Your top tips for dealing with stress

Answer: It can be really tricky to land that dream teaching job, and particularly difficult the first time you look for work at the start of your career, but it's important you don't give up hope. You say that you have been doing supply work already, which will be a bonus on your CV, as you gather more and more experience.

You might find it useful to take a look at our practical guide to finding the right job. This brings together a whole range of our most popular factsheets and advice.

You also say that you are beginning to feel a bit down and it's really important you look after yourself so you might also benefit from talking to one of our trained advisors. Our Support Lines are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and offer confidential, free support and advice. Call us on on 08000 562 561 (England), 0800 564 2270 (Scotland) or 0800 085 5088 (Wales).

You might also find these factsheets from our InfoCentre useful:

• Finding your first job
• Your teaching CV
• Visit our website dedicated to new teachers at www.newteachers.info

Answer: Teaching is one of the most demanding professions so it's no wonder that many trainee and new teachers feel a loss of confidence at some point in their training.

You may find out online Starting out Guide for trainee and Newly Qualified Teachers (NQTs) a useful resource. The guide was created to support both groups with the unique challenges that they face at the start of their careers. The guide has become a must-have read for thousands of teachers, with help and advice on coping with the workload, managing the classroom, meeting parents and working with colleagues. The online guide is open to suggested additions and comments on each section. This guide can also be used to discuss helpful tips with other teachers who are experiencing similar problems.

The services we offer include online or telephone coaching which could help you regain your confidence. There are a number of things you can do and coaching can help you to set goals. If you'd like to speak with a coach to decide if this will be beneficial to you then call our support line on 08000 562 561 (England), 0800 564 2270 (Scotland) or 0800 085 5088 (Wales).

All communication is in confidence and given by an impartial advisor, lines are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.