Important Things to Think About

  • Think through how to respond and who to go to when pupils reveal "tough stuff" or if Child Protection issues arise.
  • Identify where to go for help when you feel out of your depth. You can always contact our Schools Coordinator on 01494 568900.
  • In children, extreme emotional responses after a death are normal, as is being very quiet and withdrawn but if these go on for a length of time without change for the better, they may need more in-depth help. Identify where to go for this.
  • It is very easy to overstep your professional boundaries and get too involved. Only offer within the group what you know you can realistically provide, a broken promise or expectation to a bereaved child can be yet another loss.
  •  Be aware of the impact on yourself and possibility of your own losses being brought to the surface. It is essential to look after yourself! Make sure all those involved have some sort of regular and compulsory support or supervision.
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