Oct 28 2024 29 mins 1
“I do love teaching … but I do not like the system.”
Primary Teacher and Outdoor Learning Lead, Pauline was struggling with serious burnout. She tried a change of key stage and reduced hours but continued to feel like teaching was “just not the same anymore.”
Pauline’s new adventure started with an idea … gardening! Over the last year, she has turned this passion for outdoor learning into an everyday reality. Now a Social and Therapeutic Horticulture (STH) Practitioner, she combines part-time charity work with growing her own business, connecting both children and adults with nature to support their wellbeing and learning.
We also explore:
- Accepting “it’s not me”
- Recognising the need for rest (getting signed-off sick)
- Embracing semi-retirement
- Doors opening through volunteering work
- Connecting with others again after experiencing burnout
- Enjoying a more relaxed and flexible working environment
- Working with vulnerable groups
- Where to look if you’re interested in similar opportunities
- ‘Thinking big’ to build a business with love
- What success might look like
Links and Resources
1. LinkedIn for Teaching Career Change Course
2. Visit Pauline's LinkedIn profile
3. Explore Thrive training
If you're looking for step-by-step support to start your own business, check out the Adventures After Teaching Business School and choose from five different pathways to turn your teacher skills into a business you LOVE.
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