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Sandra Taylor takes over Western Mail column from Rhia Stankovic-Jones25 February 2010—Can I introduce myself to you? My name is Sandra Taylor and I’ve recently started with Teacher Support Cymru, as development manager. Continue Reading Life's about balance... how do you fare? 9 October 2009—With many teachers now back from what we hope was a time to relax and recharge over the summer holidays, returning to school can often be a time where you look forward to the challenges that the year ahead will bring. Teacher Support Cymru calls for greater support for teachers facing allegations10 September 2009—False allegations can be a living nightmare for any teacher. Many find themselves suspended until the allegations are fully investigated, and all to often a ‘guilty until being proven innocent' stigma is attached whatever the circumstances. Continue Reading Support Line helps teachers across Wales every year12 June 2009—Tracy is a primary school teacher who works part-time after having her second child. She was feeling overwhelmed by the combination of three intense days in school with her busy home life. Tracy felt uncomfortable talking to her family or friends as she did not want to appear as though she was failing in anyway. Continue Reading Welsh Assembly's investment in education is welcome news9 April 2009—Last week saw the news that the Welsh Assembly Government is to invest £109 million in education as part of the 21st century schools programme. 40 schools and colleges will benefit from the money, which will construct 12 new institutions and “significantly” refurbish another ten. Continue Reading Our Starting Out Guide goes online26 February 2009—A few years ago, Teacher Support Cymru developed our Starting Out Guide for trainee and Newly Qualified Teachers (NQTs). The guide was created to support both groups with the unique challenges that they face at the start of their careers. Continue Reading |
Santra TaylorTeacher Support Cymru's Communications & Fundraising Manager writes a monthly column for the Western Mail about issues affecting teachers in Wales. 
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