Cultures that care: a retention toolkit for schools

About this resource

This toolkit from Education Support brings together practical, research-informed approaches to supporting staff wellbeing and retention in schools.

It explores key factors that can influence workplace wellbeing and offers practical examples of what good practice can look like. The toolkit also provides links to free tools, guides and resources, with suggested actions designed to support staff wellbeing without adding to workload.

The toolkit may be particularly helpful for senior leaders who are considering how their setting can support staff who may be thinking about leaving the profession, while developing a positive workplace culture where staff feel supported to stay and thrive.

Using this resource

This resource is designed for: 

• senior leaders and leadership teams

• school mental health leads

• education staff with responsibility for staff wellbeing and retention.

Learning outcomes

This resource addresses the following learning outcomes:

• Create a plan to develop, implement and sustain a whole school or college approach to mental health and wellbeing, tailored to their setting’s needs.

• Sustain and continually improve the approach in their setting, working effectively with peers and support networks.