Humly UK

15/04/2026

Let's be honest, teaching can feel like juggling flaming chainsaws sometimes! 🔥 We all know the pressure is real, but how often do we talk about practical, in-the-moment stress busters that *actually* work in the classroom, not just generic "self-care" tips?

We just published an article sharing actionable strategies for those overwhelming moments. What's ONE quick reset you use when your classroom gets chaotic? Share your wisdom! 👇

09/04/2026

🌸 FREE Easter Activity Sheet – ready to download!

Keep children engaged this Easter with a no-prep, print-and-go resource featuring colouring, word search, egg design & a classroom challenge.

Perfect for teachers, TAs, nursery & primary settings.

📥 Download your free copy: https://humly.co.uk/downloads/easter-activity-sheet

19/03/2026

Easter Break 2026: More than just two weeks off, it's a vital reset button for educators! 🗓️ Before schools close, what's *one* thing you absolutely must do to protect your workload and reclaim your time? Let's share tips and make this break truly restorative! 👇

https://humly.co.uk/en/insights/easter-break-2026-what-educators-should-know-before-schools-close

26/02/2026

Working in special educational needs means noticing the small things.
A shift in behaviour.
A different tone.
A child who can’t yet find the words.

It means being approachable.
Smiling even on the tough days.
Knowing when to step in — and when to step back.

And sometimes…
It means witnessing a nonverbal child speak for the first time.

Progress isn’t always loud. But it’s powerful.

To every educator showing up with empathy, patience and pride — we see you. 💛

23/02/2026

Mock Exams 2026 are coming — and for supply teachers, they don’t have to be stressful.

Mock season changes how schools run the day. Rooms get repurposed, timetables shift, and schools rely on calm, consistent adults to keep everything steady.

The good news?
For supply teachers, mock exam days are often more structured than a normal timetable — if you know what to expect and what to clarify upfront.

In our latest blog, we cover:
• when mock exams are likely to happen
• what schools usually need from supply teachers
• what to clarify before you arrive
• how to handle student stress without taking it on
• and what you’re not expected to do

This isn’t about doing more.
It’s about clarity, consistency, and protecting your confidence.

👉 Read the full blog: https://loom.ly/_X-CeQQ

💬 If you’ve worked mock-season cover before — what surprised you most the first time?

18/02/2026

Thinking about supply teaching in England — but not sure where you stand?

For international teachers, the UK system can feel unclear fast.
QTS rules, eligibility windows, induction requirements, right-to-work checks — it’s a lot to navigate, especially when advice online is often oversimplified or outdated.

In our latest blog, we break down what supply teaching in England actually means if you trained outside the UK, including:
• what supply teaching roles involve (and how they differ)
• whether you can work without QTS — and for how long
• how induction (ECT) rules apply to overseas teachers
• what schools and agencies must check for right to work and DBS
• a simple getting-started checklist to avoid surprises

This isn’t about pushing a quick decision.
It’s about clarity — so you can make informed choices and start with confidence.

👉 Read the full guide here: https://loom.ly/CgkPLlQ

💬 If you trained outside the UK and had questions starting out, you’re not alone — this one’s for you.

17/02/2026

Last week for Children’s Mental Health Week, we shared a conversation with one of our educators working in SEND.

They spoke about the quiet moments that shape children’s emotional wellbeing:

• Noticing subtle behavioural changes
• Building trust through consistency
• Knowing when to step in — and when to step back
• And the power of simply saying “I’m proud of you”

Sometimes being the calm, consistent adult is the most important thing you can be.

If you didn’t get a chance to watch it, you can here:
https://loom.ly/wzAYE_M

For Children’s Mental Health Week, we spoke to one of our educators working in SEND about the everyday realities of supporting children’s emotional wellbeing...

13/02/2026

For Children’s Mental Health Week, we spoke to one of our educators working in SEND about what supporting children really looks like day to day.

It’s not always big interventions.

It’s recognising subtle changes in behaviour.
Building trust through consistency.
Knowing when to step in — and when to step back.
And sometimes, simply telling a child you’re proud of them.

One of the most powerful moments they shared?
A non-verbal child speaking for the first time.

These are the moments that shape confidence, trust, and emotional safety in schools.

🎥 Watch the full video now. https://loom.ly/Kyx-Si4

04/02/2026

Spring term absence hits differently.

It’s not just illness — it’s routines slipping, safeguarding pressure rising, and cover decisions stacking up day after day.

Across England, pupil absence still sits above pre-pandemic levels. Teacher absence does too. And when planning quietly shifts to “we’ll cope on the day”, systems crack fast.

In our latest blog, we break down a simple, practical stability plan for spring term absences — built around what schools actually need when pressure is high:

• A clear 3-layer cover plan (internal flex, trusted external cover, contingency)
• Using cover in ways that are compliant, fair, and documented
• Protecting safeguarding and routines when staff change
• Reducing avoidable absence without guilt-tripping families

This isn’t about perfect cover.
It’s about known options, calm decisions, and protecting consistency for pupils and staff alike.

👉 Read the full blog: https://loom.ly/7RrVg8k

💬 What’s been the biggest pressure point for your school this spring?

29/01/2026

Supply isn’t a fallback. It’s freedom.

It’s how you explore new schools, find your fit, and keep doing what you love — teaching.

🎥 Watch the full interview on YouTube. https://loom.ly/-xlfrpY